misapplication

• Nom désignant une utilisation incorrecte, inappropriée ou frauduleuse de quelque chose, comme une règle, une méthode ou des fonds.

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.

   mauvaise application

   • 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.

   Synonymesabusemisappropriationmisuse

   Antonymesapplicationuseutilization

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.

   Détournement de fonds

   • 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.

   Synonymesabusedefalcationdiversionembezzlementmisappropriationmisusepeculation