Synonyms for malversation
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
Corrupt behaviour, illegitimate activity, especially by someone in authority.
Forms
- Plural
- malversations → misconducts, malpractices…
Example sentences
- misconduct He was dismissed by the company for a misconduct.
- malpractice The doctor who treated Tom should be sued for malpractice.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| malversation | falling | |
| misconduct | steady | |
| malpractice | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 10 letters
- misconduct3
- 11 letters
- malpractice3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (misconduct3 = 3 syllables).