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/mɪzˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/ · mis.a.ppli.ca.tion
noun
  1. The act of applying a rule, principle, or method in an incorrect or inappropriate way. The company's misapplication of the new policy led to a significant decline in productivity.
  2. A situation in which a principle, rule, or method is applied in a way that is not intended or effective. The misapplication of the new software resulted in a series of errors and bugs.
Did you know? The term 'misapplication' is often used in legal and business contexts to describe situations where a principle or rule is applied in a way that is not intended or effective, leading to unintended consequences.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026