Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mismanagement
noun
/ˌmɪsˈmænɪdʒmənt/
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Definition
The act of managing something in a careless, ineffective, or incompetent manner.
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Examples
- The mismanagement of the funds led to the company’s bankruptcy.
- Effective training can help prevent mismanagement in teams.
- She was criticized for her mismanagement during the project.
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Meaning
Mismanagement refers to the poor or inefficient management of resources, projects, or organizations, leading to negative outcomes.
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Synonyms
- ineptitude
- misadministration
- poor management
- malfeasance
- negligence