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Misdemean Definition & Meaning

misdemean
verb
  1. behave badly; "The children misbehaved all morning"

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Frequently asked questions

What does misdemean mean?
behave badly; "The children misbehaved all morning"
What part of speech is misdemean?
Misdemean is a verb.

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