English Explanatory Dictionary

malicious compliance

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The behavior of strictly following the orders of a superior despite knowing that compliance will lead to a negative result, especially in a way that undermines the order's intent while following it to the letter.

Word forms

malicious compliance
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