adj
Uncommon
misguided
mihs-GEYE-dihd
Misguided (adj) means Based on a mistaken idea or poor judgment, even if well-intentioned. Example: “Their misguided attempt to help only made the situation worse.”
adj
1
Based on a mistaken idea or poor judgment, even if well-intentioned.
"Their misguided attempt to help only made the situation worse."
How to use misguided
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWell-meaning but based on a mistaken idea.
Common pairings
a misguided attempt
misguided loyalty
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like misguided.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Comparative
- more misguided
- Superlative
- most misguided
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
Their _____ attempt to help only made the situation worse.
Synonyms
View more →Related words
Rhymes for misguided
See all rhymes for misguided →Frequently asked questions
What does “misguided” mean?
The word “misguided” means based on a mistaken idea or poor judgment, even if well-intentioned. In plain terms, well-meaning but based on a mistaken idea.
How do you pronounce “misguided”?
“Misguided” is pronounced mihs-GEYE-dihd (/mɪsˈɡaɪdɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “misguided” in a sentence?
Here is “misguided” used in a sentence: “Their misguided attempt to help only made the situation worse.”
What part of speech is “misguided”?
“Misguided” is an adjective.
Is “misguided” a common word?
“Misguided” is an uncommon word in modern English.
