Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misprision
Noun
/ˈmɪsprɪzjən/
Definition
The deliberate concealment of one’s knowledge of a treasonable act or a felony, typically without direct involvement in the crime itself.
Examples
- His misprision of the crime was noted during the investigation.
- When she witnessed the misconduct, her misprision caused a deep moral conflict.
Meaning
Misprision refers to a situation where an individual is aware of a criminal activity but fails to report it or otherwise conceals that knowledge, especially in the context of treason or serious crimes.
Synonyms
- Concealment
- Omission
- Suppression
