How to Pronounce "misdirected"
word
mɪsdɪˈɹɛktɪd
miss-di-REK-tid
mɪsdaɪɹˈɛktɪd
miss-dy-REK-tid
Definition
Used to describe something, such as an action, feeling, or object, that was sent, focused, or aimed in the wrong direction or at the wrong target.
IPA Transcription
American English
mɪsdɪˈɹɛktɪd
British English
mɪsdaɪɹˈɛktɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
miss-di-REK-tid
UK
miss-dy-REK-tid
Listen in Context
Her misdirected efforts did not solve the problem.
The package was misdirected and arrived late.
His misdirected anger upset his friends.
I think your frustration is misdirected at your co-workers; the problem is with the system.