1. past tense and past participle of mislight; to light incorrectly or inadequately
Usage: often used in technical or theatrical contexts

Examples

• The stage was mislit during the opening scene, making it hard for the audience to see the actors.
• The photographer realized the studio had been mislit, resulting in dark and unclear images.
• The hallway was mislit, creating shadows that made navigation difficult.
• Because the room was mislit, we had to adjust the fixtures before the presentation.
• The director complained that the set was mislit and requested better lighting.