Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misapplied
adjective
/ˌmɪsəˈplaɪd/
Definition
To apply something incorrectly or inappropriately.
Examples
- He misapplied the rules, which led to confusion in the game.
- Her misapplied knowledge caused several mistakes in the report.
- The funds were misapplied, resulting in a lack of resources for other important projects.
Meaning
The act of using or employing something in a wrong or unsuitable manner.
Synonyms
- misused
- improperly applied
- mismanaged
- abused
