Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misguided
Adjective
/mɪsˈɡaɪdɪd/
Definition
Misguided refers to actions or beliefs that are based on wrong judgment or understanding.
Examples
- The misguided attempts to improve the project only made things worse.
- She had a misguided belief that all her friends would support her decision.
- His misguided loyalty to the team led to his downfall.
Meaning
When someone is misguided, they are led to make poor decisions due to a lack of proper guidance or information.
Synonyms
- misled
- wrongheaded
- ill-advised
- deluded
