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Term: Malfeasant

Description:

Malfeasant is a noun that refers to a person who is guilty of wrongdoing or misconduct, particularly in a professional capacity. It can also be used as an adjective to describe someone who is engaging in malicious or illegal activities.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A person who is guilty of misconduct, wrongdoing, or illegal activities.

Adjective:

1. Engaging in malicious or illegal activities; guilty of wrongdoings.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The company identified the malfeasant responsible for the embezzlement.
2. The judge handed strict penalties to the malfeasants involved in the corruption scandal.

Adjective:

1. The investigation revealed malfeasant practices within the organization.
2. The malfeasant hacker was sentenced to five years in prison for identity theft.

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