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Meaning of miscalculation
A miscalculation is an incorrect or inaccurate calculation or judgment.
Etymology of miscalculation
The word "miscalculation" has its roots in the mid-17th century, derived from the prefix "mis-" meaning wrong or faulty, and "calculation" from the Latin "calculare" meaning to reckon or compute, with the suffix "-ation" forming a noun indicating a process or result.
Synonyms
mistake
error
blunder
misjudgment
misstep
mishap
faux pas
slip
lapse
oversight
misinterpretation
misestimation
misconception
misunderstanding
misreckoning
miscomputation
inaccuracy
fallacy
false step
wrong move
bad call
slip-up
goof
gaffe
bloomer
boo-boo
botch
bungle
fumble
snafu
mishandling
mismanagement
Definitions
- A mistake in calculating or judging something
- * An incorrect or inaccurate calculation or judgment
Usage Examples
- The company's financial troubles were due to a series of miscalculations by the management team.
- * The engineer's miscalculation of the stress on the bridge led to its collapse.
- * The team's miscalculation of the opponent's strategy cost them the game.
Antonyms
accuracy
precision
correctness
exactness
rightness
correctness
exactitude
meticulousness
carefulness
thoroughness
attention to detail
painstakingness
scrupulousness
rigor
strictness
fairness
justice
propriety
aptness
appropriateness
suitability
validity