Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misgauge
verb
/ˌmɪsˈɡeɪdʒ/
Definition
to measure or judge something incorrectly
Examples
- He misgauged the time it would take to complete the project, resulting in a delay.
- She misgauged the difficulty of the hike, underestimating the challenges ahead.
- The teacher misgauged the student’s comprehension of the subject.
Meaning
Misgauge means to make an inaccurate estimation or judgment about something, often leading to errors in understanding or execution.
Synonyms
- misjudge
- miscalculate
- overestimate
- undervalue
