verb
- to use or apply something incorrectly or inappropriately
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘misapply’
Examples
- She misapplies the scientific method in her research.
- The student misapplies the grammar rule to every sentence.
- He often misapplies makeup, creating an unnatural look.
- The company misapplies its resources on unnecessary projects.
- The judge warned that the lawyer misapplies legal precedent.
- She misapplies pressure when giving massages.