misconduct Meaning & Definition
What Does Misconduct Mean?
Misconduct is a noun that means Behavior that is considered to be unacceptable. It is also used to mean A penalty or write-up for improper behavior. As a verb, it means To mismanage.
Misconduct at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //mɪsˈkɒndʌkt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | wrongdoing, mishandle and mismanage |
| Plural | misconducts |
| Verb forms | misconducts, misconducting, misconducted |
Misconduct Definition (Noun)
- Behavior that is considered to be unacceptable.
The student was banned from using the university's computing resources for two weeks due to gross misconduct on the Internet.
- A penalty or write-up for improper behavior.
Misconduct as a Verb
- To mismanage.
- To behave inappropriately, to misbehave.
- To act improperly.
Synonyms of Misconduct
Misconduct synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Misconduct
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Misconduct in a Sentence
The student was banned from using the university's computing resources for two weeks due to gross misconduct on the Internet.
The student was threatened with a £2000 fine and banned from using the university's computing resources for two weeks due to gross misconduct on the Internet.
Word Forms & Grammar
misconduct (usually uncountable, plural misconducts)
misconduct (third-person singular simple present misconducts, present participle misconducting, simple past and past participle misconducted)
Words That Rhyme With Misconduct
Origin of Misconduct
Origin 1: From mis- + conduct (noun sense).
Origin 2: From mis- + conduct (verb sense).
How Do You Say Misconduct?
The standard pronunciation of misconduct is //mɪsˈkɒndʌkt//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Misconduct
Is misconduct a noun or a verb?
Misconduct is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for misconduct?
You can replace misconduct with words such as wrongdoing, mishandle and mismanage. See the full list of misconduct synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of misconduct?
The plural of misconduct is misconducts.
What is the past tense of misconduct?
The past tense of misconduct is misconducted. The present participle is misconducting.
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