MISDIRECTION
(noun)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Misdirection.
Misdirection - as a noun
An incorrect charge to a jury given by a judge
Incorrect directions or instructions
Management that is careless or inefficient
Example: "He accomplished little due to the mismanagement of his energies"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mismanagement20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
direction12management15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something
Example: "Conjurers are experts at misdirection"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distraction14Example Sentences
"The magician used misdirection to divert the audience's attention away from the trick."
"The politician employed misdirection to steer the conversation in a different direction."
"The filmmaker masterfully incorporated misdirection into the plot twist."
"The detective realized that the suspect's alibi was a misdirection to hide their involvement."
"The CEO's announcement of layoffs was a misdirection to distract from the company's financial issues."
Word Game Points
Is MISDIRECTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, misdirection is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MISDIRECTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is MISDIRECTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, misdirection is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMISDIRECTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is MISDIRECTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, misdirection is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMISDIRECTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
