Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misdirected
adjective
/ˌmɪsdɪˈrɛktɪd/
Definition
Directed or aimed in the wrong direction; misguided.
Examples
- The misdirected email ended up in the spam folder.
- His misdirected efforts led to confusion in the project.
- They had misdirected their anger towards the wrong person.
Meaning
To send or guide something to the wrong destination or to mislead someone in their actions or thoughts.
Synonyms
- misguided
- mistaken
- misled
- off-target
