Synonyms for misapplication
Synonyms by meaning
Noun
1. Misappropriation
2. Misuse
Definitions
- n. 1
The misuse of something, incorrectly using (applying) something, a wrong application.
Trying to open a paint can with a chisel is a misapplication of the tool.
Forms
- Plural
- misapplications → misappropriations, embezzlements, peculations, defalcations…
Example sentences
- embezzlement The bookkeeper was arrested for embezzlement.
- misuse Data must be protected from those who misuse it.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| misapplication | falling | |
| embezzlement | steady | |
| misappropriation | rising | |
| peculation | falling | |
| defalcation | falling | |
| misuse | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- abuse2
- 6 letters
- misuse2
- 10 letters
- peculation
- 11 letters
- defalcation
- 12 letters
- embezzlement4
- 13 letters
- misemployment
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (abuse2 = 2 syllables).