Definition

The act of putting something in the wrong place or position.

Example

The misplacement of the documents caused a delay in the project.

Conversation

Have you ever experienced a misplacement of your keys right before leaving the house?

Oh, all the time! It's so frustrating when that happens.

I just had a misplacement issue with my wallet yesterday.

That's the worst! I hope you found it quickly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misplacement → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrong or badly) and "placement" (from Latin "plācementum", meaning to place). The word "misplacement" refers to the act of placing something incorrectly or in the wrong position.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mis-' meaning wrong and 'placement' meaning to put something somewhere. This helps you remember that misplacement means putting something in the wrong place.

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