Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disorderly conduct
noun
/dɪsˈɔːrdərli ˈkɒndʌkt/
Definition
Behavior that disrupts public peace or safety.
Examples
- His disorderly conduct at the party led to his expulsion.
- The police were called due to the disorderly conduct in the street.
- She faced charges for disorderly conduct after arguing loudly in public.
Meaning
Disorderly conduct refers to actions that are likely to disturb the peace, cause public inconvenience, or provoke disturbances.
Synonyms
- disturbance
- public nuisance
- misbehavior
