1. deliberate or intentional engagement in illegal, unethical, or harmful behavior with full awareness of its wrongful nature
The company was guilty of knowing wrongdoing when they concealed the product defects.
A empresa foi culpada de má conduta intencional ao ocultar os defeitos do produto.
2. conscious violation of rules, laws, or moral standards
The executive's knowing wrongdoing led to criminal charges.
A má conduta intencional do executivo resultou em acusações criminais.