Synonyms for

Misguided

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

Definition

having or showing faulty judgment or reasoning

Synonyms & similar words

mislead misadvise leadastray misguide mistaken misdirect illconceived misinformed mistaken erroneous deceived confused deluded fooled hoodwinked duped misled misinterpreted misconstrued ill-advised unwise imprudent ill-considered ill-judged ill-conceived inadvisable uninformed

Synonyms by register

Formal

erroneous fallacious unsound flawed

Informal

off-base mixed-up out of line barking up the wrong tree

Literary

astray wandering

Antonyms

wise sensible correct accurate informed sound rational

Common collocations

  • misguided attempt
  • misguided belief
  • misguided efforts
  • misguided policy
  • misguided advice
  • misguided notion
  • misguided zeal

Word family

noun misguidance
verb misguide
adjective misguided
adverb misguidedly

Usage note

Often used to describe actions, beliefs, or intentions that are based on faulty reasoning or incorrect information. It implies a lack of good judgment rather than malicious intent.

Example sentences

  1. Her misguided sense of direction led us to the wrong street.
  2. The politician's misguided policies hurt the economy.
  3. Don't be misguided by false information.
  4. The company's misguided advertising campaign did not increase sales.
  5. The teacher's misguided criticism discouraged the student.

Quotes

  • The road to hell is paved with good intentions, but the path to heaven is guided by the wise.
  • The misguided may stumble, but the wise learn from their mistakes.
  • The misguided often follow the wrong path, but the wise chart their own course.

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