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Definition of misarticulation
misarticulation
/ˌmɪs.ɑːrˌtɪk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/
mis · ar · tic · u · la · tion
Plural:misarticulations
misarticulation Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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• noun
1
The incorrect pronunciation or formulation of a speech sound, commonly characterized by omission, substitution, or distortion.
Example
"The speech-language pathologist designed a series of oral exercises to help the child correct his misarticulation of the 'r' sound."
2
An incorrect, faulty, or abnormal joint connection, particularly between bones.
Example
"The radiologist carefully examined the x-ray to rule out any slight misarticulation of the vertebrae following the patient's fall."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in English by combining the prefix 'mis-' (wrongly) with 'articulation', ultimately from Latin 'articulare' (to separate into joints, utter distinctly) and the suffix '-ion' (denoting an action or state).
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Misarticulation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/misarticulation