Synonyms for misapply
ˌmɪs əˈplaɪmis·ap·p·ly

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1. misapply, misuseverb

   apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly

   "The words are misapplied in this context"; "You are misapplying the name of this religious group"

   Synonyms:
   misuse, pervert, abuse

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1. • Apply

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1. misapplyverb

   Synonyms:
   misemploy, abuse, pervert, make an ill use of

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1. misapplyverb

   Synonyms:
   misemploy, pervert, misuse

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