Definition

The condition where things are not properly aligned or positioned correctly.

Example

The misalignment of the wheels caused the car to pull to one side.

Conversation

I noticed some misalignment in your project layout.

Really? I thought it looked fine at first glance.

Yeah, it might be subtle, but it can affect the overall look.

Thanks for pointing it out! I'll fix it before the deadline.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misalignment → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrong or badly) and "alignment" (from Latin "lineare", meaning to line up). The word "misalignment" refers to something that is wrongly lined up or positioned.

Memory Tip

Think of something being positioned 'wrongly' ('mis-') instead of being 'lined up' ('alignment'). This helps you remember that misalignment means something is not correctly aligned.

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