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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
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.
Julia Farrington, head of arts at Index on Censorship, argues that extra powers to ban violent videos online will "end up too broad and open to misapplication, which would damage freedom of expression".
Use misapplication when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Misapplication means The misuse of something, incorrectly using (applying) something, a wrong application..
Common synonyms include embezzlement, misappropriation, defalcation, peculation.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Trying to open a paint can with a chisel is a misapplication of the tool.
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