malversation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun misconduct in public office

WordNet


Mal`ver*sa"tion noun
Etymology
F., fr. malverser to be corrupt in office, fr. L. male ill + versari to move about, to occupy one's self, vertere to turn. See Malice, and Verse.
Definitions
  1. Evil conduct; fraudulent practices; misbehavior, corruption, or extortion in office.

Webster 1913