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Misdeeds Meaning in English

word · lemma: misdeed

mɪsˈdidz
mis-DEEDZ
mɪsdˈiːdz
mis-DEEDZ

Definition

Wrong or bad actions, especially those that are morally wrong or break rules.

Usage & Nuances

Formal or literary; often used in legal, historical, or moral contexts. Refers to serious or shameful wrongdoings, different from casual mistakes or minor errors. Usually plural when listing someone’s wrong actions.

Example Sentences

He was punished for his misdeeds at school.

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The king forgave the criminal's misdeeds.

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She confessed all her misdeeds to her parents.

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His past misdeeds eventually caught up with him.

natural

Rumors about the politician's misdeeds spread quickly online.

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Can people ever truly make up for their misdeeds?

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