misdirect

12 synonyms for misdirect, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To point or send something the wrong way.

Synonyms

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

corrupt

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

profane demoralise deprave pervert debase misguide subvert demoralize mislead misaddress debauch

corrupt mislead pervert demoralize demoralise misguide debauch deprave debase subvert profane