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mis·ap·ply
 misapply
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- pronunciation:
- mIs
plaI
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
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transitive verb |
| inflections: |
misapplies, misapplying, misapplied |
| definition 1: |
to use or apply incorrectly, wastefully, or for the wrong purpose.
She misapplied her energies in that job.- similar words:
- abuse, misplace, misuse
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| definition 2: |
to handle (money or other resources) dishonestly or illegally.
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| related words: |
embezzle |
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| derivation: |
misapplication (n.) |
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