Associations to the word «Misfeasance»

Wiktionary

MISFEASANCE, noun. A wrong that arises from an action. The wrong can be actual or alleged. This word is often used in law, relating to the wrongful use of legal authority.

Dictionary definition

MISFEASANCE, noun. Doing a proper act in a wrongful or injurious manner.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke