Synonyms for

Misplaced

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

Definition

to put something in the wrong place or position

Synonyms & similar words

misplace lose mislaid mislay mislaid lost gone forgotten misfiled confused disordered jumbled upset displaced disarranged untidy disorganized chaotic cluttered haphazard messy scattered strayed wandering

Synonyms by register

Formal

mislaid lost displaced

Informal

lost can't find out of place

Literary

astray wandering

Antonyms

found located present correct appropriate suitable right

Common collocations

  • misplaced keys
  • misplaced confidence
  • misplaced emphasis
  • misplaced item
  • misplaced trust
  • misplaced anger

Word family

noun misplacement
verb misplace
adjective misplaced

Usage note

Often used to describe items that are lost or cannot be found. Can also refer to something that is inappropriate or not in the correct place or context.

Example sentences

  1. I misplaced my book in the library and couldn't find it.
  2. She misplaced her glasses and couldn't see clearly.
  3. He misplaced his phone and was worried he lost it.
  4. The teacher misplaced the homework and had to ask the students to turn it in again.
  5. The mail was misplaced and arrived one week later than expected.

Quotes

  • Kindness is often misplaced, but it is never wasted. - Unknown
  • In war, the human factor cannot be disregarded, misplaced or forgotten. - Chris Hadfield
  • Love is not a feeling of happiness. Love is a willingness to sacrifice. - Michael Novak

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