misdeed Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun improper or wicked or immoral behavior
    misbehavior; misbehaviour.

WordNet

Mis*deed" noun
Etymology
AS. misdd. See Deed, n.
Definitions
  1. An evil deed; a wicked action.
    Evils which our own misdeeds have wrought. Milton.
    Syn. -- Misconduct; misdemeanor; fault; offense; trespass; transgression; crime.

Webster 1913