Definition
misfeasors
noun
- Plural of misfeasor; persons who commit a misfeasance (a wrongful or improper performance of a lawful act).
Usage: Legal term; Formal/technical
Examples
- The court held the misfeasors liable for damages caused by their negligent execution of the contract.
- The auditors identified several misfeasors within the accounting department who had improperly recorded transactions.
- Misfeasors who breach their professional duties may face civil and criminal penalties.
- The lawsuit named three misfeasors accused of mishandling the estate funds.