Synonyms for misapply

Synonyms for (verb) misapply

Synonyms: misapply, misuse

Definition: apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly

Usage: The words are misapplied in this context; You are misapplying the name of this religious group

Similar words: use, utilise, utilize, employ, apply

Definition: put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

Usage: use your head!; we only use Spanish at home; I can't use this tool; Apply a magnetic field here; This thinking was applied to many projects; How do you utilize this tool?; I apply this rule to get good results; use the plastic bags to store the food; He doesn't know how to use a computer


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