Misfitted: meaning, definitions and examples
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misfitted
[ mɪsˈfɪtɪd ]
clothing, objects
Misfitted refers to something that does not fit properly or is poorly suited to a particular purpose or person. It often describes clothing that is the wrong size or objects that do not meet the intended specifications.
Synonyms
ill-fitting, inappropriate, unsuitable
Examples of usage
- The misfitted dress hung awkwardly on her.
- He struggled to adjust the misfitted chair to his height.
- The misfitted parts led to the machine malfunctioning.
Translations
Translations of the word "misfitted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mal ajustado
🇮🇳 गलत फिट किया हुआ
🇩🇪 fehlangepasst
🇮🇩 tidak cocok
🇺🇦 невідповідний
🇵🇱 źle dopasowany
🇯🇵 不適合の
🇫🇷 mal ajusté
🇪🇸 mal ajustado
🇹🇷 uygun olmayan
🇰🇷 잘 맞지 않는
🇸🇦 غير مناسب
🇨🇿 nepřiměřený
🇸🇰 neprispôsobený
🇨🇳 不合适的
🇸🇮 nepravilno prilagojen
🇮🇸 illa aðlagaður
🇰🇿 дұрыс емес
🇬🇪 არასწორად მორგებული
🇦🇿 uyğunsuz
🇲🇽 mal ajustado
Etymology
The word 'misfitted' is derived from the prefix 'mis-' meaning 'wrong' or 'bad' and the past participle 'fitted' from the verb 'fit', which itself originates from the Middle English word 'fitten' (to fit), which can be traced back to the Old Norse 'fitja' (to provide). The combination of these elements reflects the idea of something being incorrectly adjusted or unsuitably matched. The use of 'misfit' has evolved over time to encompass not just physical fit but also thematic or contextual appropriateness, making it widely applicable in various areas, including fashion, design, and interpersonal relationships. Misfitted garments or objects often evoke feelings of discomfort or inadequacy, illustrating how closely fit is tied to both utility and personal identity.