Misfeasance
/ˌmɪsˈfiːzəns/
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- (n.) The wrongful or unlawful exercise of lawful authority resulting in damage or injury to another.
The official was accused of misfeasance for neglecting proper procedures, causing harm to the claimant.
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Commentary
Misfeasance specifically involves improper performance of a lawful act, distinct from nonfeasance (failure to act) and malfeasance (intentional wrongdoing).
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