Search Dictionary
Definition of misfield

misfield

/ˌmɪsˈfiːld/
mis · field
Plural:misfields
•
Past Simple:misfielded
•
Past Participle:misfielded
•
Present Participle:misfielding
JUMP TO:

misfield Lexical Profile

misfield Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An instance of fielding a ball badly or clumsily, especially in cricket or baseball.

Example

"A costly misfield near the boundary allowed the batters to score two extra runs."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for misfield

• verb

1

To field a ball badly, clumsily, or unsuccessfully (especially in cricket or baseball).

Example

"The shortstop misfielded a routine grounder, allowing the runner to reach first base safely."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for misfield
Antonyms
View all antonyms for misfield

• Rhymes for misfield

• Nearby Words

misery
misestimate
misevaluate
misfield
misfile
misfire
misfit

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Misfield. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/misfield
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.