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malversation

Pronunciation: /ˌmalvəˈseɪʃ(ə)n/

Definition of malversation

noun

[mass noun] formal
  • corrupt behaviour in a position of trust, especially in public office:a charge of malversation

Origin:

mid 16th century: from French, from malverser, from Latin male 'badly' + versari 'behave'

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