miscreancy

/mɪsˈkrɛnsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being a miscreant; bad or wicked behavior or conduct.

“The judge noted the defendant’s history of miscreancy as a reason for the severe sentence.”

2. noun

A miscreant or a person who engages in bad or wicked behavior.

“The neighborhood was plagued by a series of miscreancies, with several break-ins and vandalism incidents.”

Synonyms

  • misbehavior
  • misconduct
  • naughtiness
  • wickedness

Antonyms

  • goodness
  • uprightness
  • virtue