Misconduct
(noun)
- Wrong or improper behavior, especially by an employee or professional.
- Violation of rules or standards of behavior.
Origin:
Late middle english: from mis- (expressing error) + conduct.
Examples:
- The employee was fired for misconduct.
- The politician resigned due to misconduct.
- The misconduct of the police officer led to his suspension.
- The misconduct of the doctor led to the revocation of his license.
- The misconduct of the company was discovered during the investigation.