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misplaced

[mɪsˈpleɪst]

misplaced Definition

  • 1attributed to a wrong source or cause
  • 2put in the wrong place and unable to be found
  • 3directed towards the wrong object or person

Using misplaced: Examples

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

  • Example

    The blame for the mistake was misplaced.

  • Example

    I seem to have misplaced my keys.

  • Example

    Her anger was misplaced and directed at the wrong person.

misplaced Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: misplaced in Brief

The term 'misplaced' [mɪsˈpleɪst] refers to something that is attributed to the wrong source or cause, put in the wrong place and unable to be found, or directed towards the wrong object or person. It is often used to describe blame or anger that is directed towards the wrong person or thing, as in 'Her anger was misplaced and directed at the wrong person.'