misrule

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Synonyms: misruly

Antonyms: misruly

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Noun

1. The state of being ruled badly; [[disorder]], [[lawlessness]], [[anarchy]]. {{defdate|from 15th c.}}
2. [[misgovernment|Misgovernment]]; bad or unjust government. {{defdate|from 15th c.}}

Verb

1. {{lb|en|legal}} Of a trial judge, to make a bad decision in [[court]].
2. To [[rule]] badly; to [[misgovern]].

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