1. not properly focused; having the focus set incorrectly or inadequately
Usage: commonly used in photography, optics, and figurative contexts
2. directed or concentrated on the wrong target or goal; lacking proper direction
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The photograph was misfocused, making the subject appear blurry.
• His misfocused efforts on minor details prevented him from completing the main project.
• The camera lens remained misfocused despite several adjustment attempts.
• Her misfocused attention on social media distracted her from studying.
• The telescope produced misfocused images until the technician recalibrated it.
• Their misfocused strategy led to wasted resources and poor results.