Misapply

Pronunciation: /mɪs.əˈplaɪ/

Definitions of misapply

verb to use or apply something incorrectly or inappropriately

Example Sentences

A1 Do not misapply the rules of the game.

A2 It is easy to misapply the instructions if you don't read them carefully.

B1 The manager misapplied the company's policies, causing confusion among the employees.

B2 She misapplied her knowledge of the subject, leading to incorrect conclusions.

C1 The lawyer was accused of misapplying legal precedents in the case.

C2 The scientist misapplied the experimental method, resulting in flawed data analysis.

Examples of misapply in a Sentence

formal It is important not to misapply the funds allocated for this project.

informal Don't misapply the paint on the walls, make sure to follow the instructions.

slang Don't screw up and misapply the rules, we could get in trouble.

figurative She misapplied her trust in him, only to be disappointed in the end.

Grammatical Forms of misapply

• past tense: misapplied
• plural: misapplies
• comparative: more misapplied
• superlative: most misapplied
• present tense: misapplies
• future tense: will misapply
• perfect tense: has misapplied
• continuous tense: is misapplying
• singular: misapply
• positive degree: misapply
• infinitive: to misapply
• gerund: misapplying
• participle: misapplied

Origin and Evolution of misapply

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'misapply' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'mesaplier' meaning 'to apply wrongly'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'misapply' has retained its original meaning of applying something incorrectly or inappropriately.