What is another word for Misapplied?

Pronunciation: [mɪsɐplˈa͡ɪd] (IPA)

Misapplied is a term used to describe the improper use or application of something. There are several other synonyms that can be used in place of misapplied, including misused, mishandled, misappropriated, misemployed, and misdirected. Misused refers to the incorrect usage of something, while mishandled refers to the improper handling or management of something. Misappropriated refers to the wrongful use or control of something, and misemployed refers to the inefficient or unsuitable employment of something. Misdirected refers to the misguided or misleading use of something. All of these synonyms can be used interchangeably with misapplied depending on the context.

What are the hypernyms for Misapplied?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Misapplied

I had drawn my chair to the corner of the ample fire-place, and in a half dreamy state was reviewing the incidents of my early life, and like most men who, however young, have still to lament talents Misapplied, opportunities neglected, profitless labour, and disastrous idleness.
"The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer, Complete"
Charles James Lever (1806-1872)
All these legendary stories arose from this antient term being obsolete, and Misapplied.
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant
And is it not plain, that the history of Cadmus is founded upon terms ill understood, and greatly Misapplied?
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant

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