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miscalculate

[ˌmɪsˈkælkjʊleɪt]

miscalculate Definition

  • 1to make a mistake in calculating something
  • 2to estimate or judge something wrongly

Using miscalculate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "miscalculate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I miscalculated the amount of money I needed for the trip.

  • Example

    The company miscalculated the demand for their new product.

  • Example

    He miscalculated the distance to the gas station and ran out of fuel.

  • Example

    She miscalculated the time it would take to finish the project.

miscalculate Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with miscalculate

  • to make a mistake in calculating something by a certain amount or factor

    Example

    He miscalculated the cost of the project by a factor of two.

  • to underestimate the potential dangers or negative consequences of a situation

    Example

    The government miscalculated the risks of the military operation, resulting in heavy casualties.

  • to misjudge the effect or influence of something

    Example

    The company miscalculated the impact of their decision on the environment, leading to public backlash.

Origins of miscalculate

from 'mis-' meaning 'wrongly' and 'calculate' meaning 'determine mathematically'

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Summary: miscalculate in Brief

'Miscalculate' [ˌmɪsˈkælkjʊleɪt] means to make an error in mathematical calculations or to wrongly estimate or judge something. Examples include 'I miscalculated the amount of money I needed for the trip' and 'The company miscalculated the demand for their new product.' Phrases like 'miscalculate something by something' and 'miscalculate the risks' denote errors in specific areas.