Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misfeasance
Noun
/ˌmɪsˈfiː.zəns/
Definition
Misfeasance refers to the improper performance of a lawful act, where someone does something that is legally permitted but executes it in a negligent or harmful manner.
Examples
- The accountant was held liable for misfeasance after mishandling the company’s financial statements.
- His misfeasance in leading the project caused significant delays and cost overruns.
Meaning
It describes a situation when a person fails to perform a task correctly or causes harm while performing a duty that they are allowed to do.
Synonyms
- misconduct
- negligence
- malfeasance (though this implies a more serious wrongdoing)
