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Meaning of misaligned
The primary meaning of the word "misaligned" is something that is not in the correct position or alignment.
Etymology of misaligned
The word "misaligned" comes from the prefix "mis-" meaning wrong or faulty, and the verb "align" meaning to put something in a straight line or in the correct position
The term originated in the 15th century, derived from Old French "mis-" and Latin "alignare" meaning to put in line
Synonyms
incongruous
inconsistent
disparate
discordant
mismatched
out_of_place
awry
askew
uneven
unbalanced
asymmetrical
crooked
skewed
irregular
abnormal
anomalous
deviant
errant
aberrant
disordered
chaotic
disorganized
uncoordinated
unharmonious
inharmonious
discordant
nonconforming
noncompliant
inappropriate
inapt
unfitting
unseemly
improper
incorrect
inaccurate
inexact
imprecise
wrong
amiss
faulty
flawed
defective
imperfect
inadequate
Definitions
- Not in the correct position or alignment
- * Not in agreement or harmony with something
- * Not corresponding or matching with something
Usage Examples
- The wheels of the car were misaligned, causing it to pull to one side
- * The company's goals and values were misaligned with the new management's vision
- * The misaligned teeth made it difficult for her to chew properly