misdemean

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb : To behave badly or improperly; to conduct oneself in an unacceptable manner. Usage The verb "misdemean" is used to describe the act of behaving poorly, often in a social context. It is a formal or literary term. It is typically used reflexively ("to misdemean oneself") or in the passive voice, though this is now rare. In modern usage, the related noun "misdemeanor" (a minor of...