Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misallocate
verb
/ˌmɪs.ˈælə.keɪt/
Definition
To allocate resources, funds, or responsibilities incorrectly or ineffectively.
Examples
- The company misallocated its budget, resulting in a shortfall in essential departments.
- Due to poor planning, the team misallocated its time on project tasks.
- He realized he had misallocated his savings and needed to reassess his financial strategy.
Meaning
Misallocate refers to the improper distribution or assignment of something, often leading to wasted resources or poor outcomes.
Synonyms
- misassign
- mismanage
- misdirect
