Mismanagement

noun

Word Frequency: 0.9

Definitions

1.nounThe process or practice of managing ineptly, incompetently, or dishonestly.

"The value of the firm's stock fell precipitously when word leaked out that officers of the company were under investigation for gross mismanagement."

Synonyms

maladministration wrong-doing misrule mishandling malfunctioning misconduct misuse malfeasance neglect negligence carelessness irregularity

Rhymes With

management line management micromanagement nonmanagement telemanagement

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