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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.