Definition

The act of leading someone in the wrong direction or giving them incorrect advice.

Example

The misguidance from the advisor led the team to make poor decisions.

Conversation

I think we need to be careful about the misguidance we've been getting from those online forums.

Yeah, I've noticed a lot of people giving really poor advice.

It's frustrating because some of it sounds so convincing at first.

Exactly! We should stick to trusted sources instead.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misguidance → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "guidance" (from Old French *guidance*, meaning the act of leading or directing). The word "misguidance" refers to the act of leading or directing someone in the wrong way.

Memory Tip

Think of being led 'wrongly' ('mis-') when you need 'guidance' — that's what misguidance means.

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