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misapply

[ ˌmɪsəˈplaɪ ]

Verb

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inappropriate usage

To misapply means to use something in a wrong or inappropriate way, especially when it is not suitable or intended for that purpose. It can also refer to incorrectly applying a rule, principle, or concept.

Synonyms

misemploy, misinterpret, misuse.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
misapply	This word is used when someone uses rules, principles, or laws incorrectly, often in a legal or formal setting. The lawyer misapplied the legal doctrine, leading to an incorrect ruling
misuse	This term is often used when someone uses an item, tool, or resource in the wrong way, mostly leading to waste or harm. He misused the company funds for personal expenses, which led to his dismissal
misemploy	This word is typically used when someone uses their skills, efforts, or resources in a way that is not productive or beneficial. The project manager misemployed his team's talents on non-essential tasks, causing delays
misinterpret	This term is used when someone understands or explains something incorrectly, often leading to confusion or errors. She misinterpreted his message and thought he was angry, which led to an unnecessary argument

Examples of usage

He misapplied the funds meant for charity to his own personal expenses.
She misapplied the scientific theory, drawing incorrect conclusions.
The student misapplied the formula, resulting in a completely wrong answer.

Translations

Translations of the word "misapply" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aplicar incorretamente

🇮🇳 गलत तरीके से लागू करना

🇩🇪 falsch anwenden

🇮🇩 salah menerapkan

🇺🇦 неправильно застосовувати

🇵🇱 niewłaściwie stosować

🇯🇵 誤用する

🇫🇷 mal appliquer

🇪🇸 aplicar incorrectamente

🇹🇷 yanlış uygulamak

🇰🇷 잘못 적용하다

🇸🇦 تطبيق بشكل خاطئ

🇨🇿 nesprávně použít

🇸🇰 nesprávne uplatniť

🇨🇳 误用

🇸🇮 napačno uporabiti

🇮🇸 ranga notkun

🇰🇿 дұрыс қолданбау

🇬🇪 არასწორად გამოყენება

🇦🇿 səhv tətbiq etmək

🇲🇽 aplicar incorrectamente

Etymology

The word 'misapply' originated from the combination of 'mis-' (denoting a faulty or incorrect action) and 'apply' (to put to use for a specific purpose). It dates back to the early 17th century and has been used to describe the act of using something incorrectly or inappropriately since then.