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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

misallocating

/mɪsˈæləkeɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does misallocating mean?

verb

To allocate resources or assets in a way that is inefficient or wasteful, often due to a lack of planning or foresight.

Example

"The company's misallocating of funds led to a significant financial loss."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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