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View synonyms for wrongdoing

wrongdoing

[ rawng-doo-ing, -doo-, rong- ]

noun

  1. behavior or action that is wrong, evil, or blameworthy.
  2. an act that is wrong, evil, or blameworthy; misdeed; sin.


wrongdoing

/ ˈrɒŋˌduːɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act or an instance of doing something immoral or illegal
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of wrongdoing1

First recorded in 1470–80; wrong + doing
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Example Sentences

There is no suggestion of wrongdoing by other members of his family.

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The church has denied all wrongdoing in that case.

He has pleaded not guilty to all of the charges against him and strenuously denied any wrongdoing.

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The team carries out investigations both online and via face-to-face visits if they suspect wrongdoing.

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Hegseth, a Fox News host and veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, was never arrested and denies wrongdoing.

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