Misconducted: meaning, definitions and examples
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misconducted
[ ˌmɪsˈkɒndʌktɪd ]
improper behavior
Misconducted is the past tense of the verb 'misconduct', which refers to the act of behaving in a wrongful or inappropriate manner, particularly in a professional or formal context. It often implies violations of ethical or legal standards, leading to disciplinary actions or legal consequences. Common areas where misconduct can occur include workplaces, schools, and law enforcement settings. This term suggests a failure to adhere to established rules or norms and can encompass various actions, from minor infractions to serious offenses.
Synonyms
impropriety, malfeasance, misbehaved, wrongdoing.
Examples of usage
- The teacher was misconducted for inappropriate remarks.
- He was misconducted during the investigation.
- The athlete was misconducted for cheating.
- The lawyer faced consequences for misconducted behavior.
Translations
Translations of the word "misconducted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 conduzido de forma inadequada
🇮🇳 असामयिक
🇩🇪 fehlgeleitet
🇮🇩 salah urus
🇺🇦 недобросовісно
🇵🇱 niewłaściwie przeprowadzone
🇯🇵 不適切に行われた
🇫🇷 mal conduit
🇪🇸 mal conducido
🇹🇷 yanlış yönetilmiş
🇰🇷 부적절하게 수행된
🇸🇦 أسيء التصرف
🇨🇿 špatně řízený
🇸🇰 nesprávne vedený
🇨🇳 不当行为
🇸🇮 nepravilno ravnanje
🇮🇸 misstjórn
🇰🇿 дұрыс жүргізілмеген
🇬🇪 არასწორად განხორციელებული
🇦🇿 səhv idarə olunmuş
🇲🇽 mala conducta
Etymology
The term 'misconduct' originates from the prefix 'mis-' indicating a deviation from a standard, combined with 'conduct', which comes from the Latin 'conductus', meaning 'to lead or guide'. The concept has evolved over the years, capturing a wide range of inappropriate behaviors in both personal and professional contexts. Initially, the term was primarily used in legal settings to describe actions contrary to established norms. Over time, it has expanded to include various forms of ethical violations across numerous fields, reflecting a growing awareness of personal responsibility and accountability.