adj
Uncommon
misplaced
Misplaced (adj) means Directed at something that doesn't deserve it, such as misplaced confidence or blame. Example: “Her misplaced confidence in him cost her the deal.”
adj
1
Directed at something that doesn't deserve it, such as misplaced confidence or blame.
"Her misplaced confidence in him cost her the deal."
2
Put in the wrong location, or lost.
"The misplaced file finally turned up in the wrong folder."
How to use misplaced
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGiven to the wrong person or thing, or put in the wrong place.
Common pairings
misplaced trust
misplaced anger
misplaced priorities
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- Comparative
- more misplaced
- Superlative
- most misplaced
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What does “misplaced” mean?
The word “misplaced” means directed at something that doesn't deserve it, such as misplaced confidence or blame. In plain terms, given to the wrong person or thing, or put in the wrong place.
How do you use “misplaced” in a sentence?
Here is “misplaced” used in a sentence: “Her misplaced confidence in him cost her the deal.”
What part of speech is “misplaced”?
“Misplaced” is an adjective.
Is “misplaced” a common word?
“Misplaced” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “misplaced” have?
“Misplaced” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: directed at something that doesn't deserve it, such as misplaced confidence or blame.
