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miscalculation

2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for miscalculation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A calculation that comes out wrong, usually due to a mistaken figure or method.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

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misreckoning misestimation

How to use miscalculation

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a serious miscalculation due to miscalculation a miscalculation of risk

Etymology

Built from mis- (\"wrongly\") plus calculation.

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What does “miscalculation” mean?

The word “miscalculation” means a calculation that comes out wrong, usually due to a mistaken figure or method. In plain terms, getting a sum, plan, or judgment wrong.

How do you use “miscalculation” in a sentence?

Here is “miscalculation” used in a sentence: “A simple miscalculation in the budget left the project short of funds.”

What part of speech is “miscalculation”?

“Miscalculation” is a noun.

How many meanings does “miscalculation” have?

“Miscalculation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a calculation that comes out wrong, usually due to a mistaken figure or method.

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