misprision
(mis-pri-sion)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. 1 a neglect or violation of official duty by one in office; 2 a failure to inform the proper authorities of the commission of an act of treason
Example Sentence
The newspaper reporter discovered the senator's misprision.
Synonyms
violation of official duty; neglect of duty; concealment of treason
Antonyms
performance of official duty
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