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Definition of misallocation

misallocation

/ˌmɪs.æl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/
mis · al · lo · ca · tion
Plural:misallocations
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Adjective:misallocated
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misallocation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The improper, inefficient, or mistaken distribution or assignment of resources, funds, time, or duties.

Example

"The audit revealed a widespread misallocation of public funds across several municipal departments."

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• Rhymes for misallocation

• Nearby Words

misalignment
misalliance
misallocate
misallocation
misandrist
misandry
misanthrope

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Misallocation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/misallocation
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