Definition

A person who commits misfeasance, which means they perform a lawful act in a negligent or improper way, leading to harm or injury.

Example

The misfeasor was held responsible for the damages caused by their careless actions.

Conversation

Did you hear about that case involving the city council?

Yeah, I heard someone was accused of being a misfeasor in their decisions.

It's surprising how often these things happen, isn't it?

For sure, people need to be held accountable for their actions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misfeasor → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "feasor" (from Latin "facere", meaning to do or make). The term refers to someone who does something wrong or improperly, particularly in a legal context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone doing something 'wrongly' ('mis-') when they are supposed to 'do' ('facere') it correctly — that's why a misfeasor is someone who improperly performs an act.

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