How to Pronounce "malfeasance"
word
ˌmæɫˈfizəns
mal-FEE-zuhns
mˌælfˈiːzəns
mal-FEE-zuhns
Definition
Malfeasance is the act of doing something illegal or wrong, especially by a public official or someone in a position of authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmæɫˈfizəns
British English
mˌælfˈiːzəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mal-FEE-zuhns
UK
mal-FEE-zuhns
Listen in Context
The mayor was accused of malfeasance during his time in office.
Government officials must be held accountable for any malfeasance.
The company lost millions because of executive malfeasance.
Whistleblowers helped expose widespread malfeasance in the department.