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Misdirected

Verb / mɪsdɪˈrektɪd / Another word for misdirected — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to give wrong directions or guidance

Synonyms & similar words

demoralize demoralise mislead misguide leadastray debase profane vitiate deprave pervert corrupt debauch subvert misaddress misdirect misguide confuse deceive trick fool misinform mislead misstate pervert twist manipulate corrupt debase distort garble mangle mishandle mismanage

Example sentences

  1. I misdirected the package to the wrong address.
  2. She misdirected him to the wrong aisle in the supermarket.
  3. The coach misdirected the team's training schedule.
  4. The teacher misdirected the students' attention.
  5. The GPS misdirected us to the wrong highway exit.

Quotes

  • Success is often the result of taking a misstep in the right direction. - Al Bernstein
  • It's not what you are that holds you back, it's what you think you are not. - Denis Waitley
  • The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one. - Elbert Hubbard

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