misapplication

• Substantiv, das die falsche, unsachgemäße oder missbräuchliche Verwendung von etwas bezeichnet, z. B. einer Regel, einer Methode oder von Mitteln.

A noun referring to the incorrect, improper, or fraudulent use of something, such as a rule, method, or funds.

1. Incorrect or improper useC1formal

   The act of using something in a way that is wrong, unsuitable, or not intended.

   Missbrauch

   • The misapplication of this chemical compound led to a dangerous reaction.
   • His misapplication of the rules resulted in a penalty for the team.
   • The report highlighted the misapplication of funds intended for education.

   Synonymeabusemisappropriationmisuse

   Antonymeapplicationuseutilization

2. Fraudulent use of fundsC1formal

   The dishonest or illegal use of money or property that has been entrusted to one's care, often for personal gain.

   Veruntreuung

   • The accountant was found guilty of the misapplication of company funds.
   • An investigation was launched into the misapplication of charitable donations.
   • The misapplication of public money by the official was a major scandal.

   Synonymeabusedefalcationdiversionembezzlementmisappropriationmisusepeculation