1. an incorrect estimate or assessment of something

Examples

• The project failed due to a serious misestimation of the required time.
• Her misestimation of the distance led to running out of fuel.
• The company’s misestimation of market demand resulted in overproduction.
• The architect’s misestimation of costs caused the budget to double.
• His misestimation of the opponent’s strength proved costly in the match.
• The weather forecast was based on a misestimation of atmospheric conditions.