1. the act of raising a child improperly or inadequately
Usage: rare

Examples

• The social worker was concerned about the misraising of the children in that household.
• His behavioral problems were attributed to years of misraising by neglectful guardians.
• The documentary explored how misraising can lead to long-term psychological effects.
• Child development experts warn against the misraising that comes from inconsistent discipline.
• The court cited evidence of misraising in their custody decision.