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MISDEED: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for MISDEED?

Need another word that means the same as “misdeed”? Find 16 synonyms and 30 related words for “misdeed” in this overview.

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Misdeed as a Noun
Definitions of "Misdeed" as a noun
Synonyms of "Misdeed" as a noun (16 Words)
Usage Examples of "Misdeed" as a noun
Associations of "Misdeed" (30 Words)

The synonyms of “Misdeed” are: misbehavior, misbehaviour, wrongdoing, wrong, evil deed, crime, felony, criminal act, misdemeanour, misconduct, offence, violation, error, peccadillo, transgression, sin

Misdeed as a Noun

Definitions of "Misdeed" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “misdeed” as a noun can have the following definitions:

A wicked or illegal act.
Improper or wicked or immoral behavior.

Synonyms of "Misdeed" as a noun (16 Words)

crime	An action or omission which constitutes an offence and is punishable by law. It s a crime* to keep a creature like Willy in a tank.*
criminal act	Someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime.
error	Part of a statement that is not correct. The crash was caused by human error.
evil deed	The quality of being morally wrong in principle or practice.
felony	A crime regarded in the US and many other judicial systems as more serious than a misdemeanour. An accusation of felony.
misbehavior	Improper or wicked or immoral behavior.
misbehaviour	Improper or wicked or immoral behavior. He had denied all sexual misbehaviour.
misconduct	Bad or dishonest management by persons supposed to act on another’s behalf. Smith got a game misconduct* for spearing Nick Kypreos.*
misdemeanour	A minor wrongdoing. The player can expect a suspension for his latest misdemeanour.
offence	Annoyance or resentment brought about by a perceived insult to or disregard for oneself. He took offence* at my question.*
peccadillo	A relatively minor fault or sin. The sexual peccadilloes of celebrities aren t necessarily news.
sin	Ratio of the length of the side opposite the given angle to the length of the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle. A sin* in the eyes of God.*
transgression	An act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offence. Her transgression* of genteel etiquette.*
violation	Entry to another’s property without right or permission. Flagrant violations of normal democratic procedure.
wrong	That which is contrary to the principles of justice or law. I have done you a great wrong.
wrongdoing	Activity that transgresses moral or civil law. Police have denied any wrongdoing.

Usage Examples of "Misdeed" as a noun

His past misdeeds were forgiven.

Associations of "Misdeed" (30 Words)

accusation	A formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt. Accusations of bribery.
allegation	A claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically one made without proof. An allegation* of malpractice.*
atone	Turn away from sin or do penitence. A human sacrifice to atone* for the sin.*
commit	Refer a parliamentary or legislative bill to a committee. After the second episode she had to be committed.
confession	The religious body or Church sharing a confession of faith. Confessions of a driving instructor.
criminal	A person who has committed a crime. A criminal* court.*
distrust	The feeling that someone or something cannot be relied upon. The public s distrust* of politicians.*
expiate	Make amends for. Their sins must be expiated by sacrifice.
felony	A crime regarded in the US and many other judicial systems as more serious than a misdemeanour. An accusation of felony.
forgive	Stop blaming or grant forgiveness. He had never found it easy to forgive* and forget.*
infraction	A violation or infringement of a law or agreement.
inmate	A person confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital. Inmates of the Louisiana State Penitentiary.
malfeasance	Wrongful conduct by a public official.
misbehave	(of a machine) fail to function correctly. Josh misbehaved pushing his food off the table.
misbehavior	Improper or wicked or immoral behavior.
misconduct	A penalty assessed against a player for unsportsmanlike conduct. The committee reprimanded two members who were found to have misconducted themselves.
misdemeanor	A crime less serious than a felony.
penitence	Remorse for your past conduct. A public display of penitence.
penitential	Showing or constituting penance. Penitential tears.
perjury	The offence of wilfully telling an untruth or making a misrepresentation under oath. He claimed two witnesses at his trial had committed perjury.
punish	Impose a penalty on inflict punishment on. I have done wrong and I m being punished for it.
punishment	The infliction or imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offence. She assisted her husband to escape punishment* for the crime.*
recrimination	Mutual accusations. There was a period of bitter recrimination.
repent	View or think of (an action or omission) with deep regret or remorse. The Padre urged his listeners to repent.
sin	Commit a sin violate a law of God or a moral law. I sinned and brought shame down on us.
transgression	The action of going beyond or overstepping some boundary or limit. I ll be keeping an eye out for further transgressions.
trespass	Commit an offence against (a person or a set of rules. There is no excuse for trespassing on railway property.
violation	The crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will. Flagrant violations of normal democratic procedure.
violator	A person who treats something with irreverence or disrespect. Monica is able to name the violators of her body.
violence	An act of aggression (as one against a person who resists. Screen violence.