1. to distribute or assign resources, funds, or assets incorrectly or inappropriately
Usage: third person singular present tense of misallocate

Examples

• The company misallocates its budget by spending too much on marketing and too little on research.
• When the government misallocates resources, essential services often suffer.
• The manager frequently misallocates staff to projects that don’t match their skills.
• The charity misallocates donations when administrative costs exceed program funding.
• If the school district misallocates funds, some schools may lack necessary supplies.
• The investment firm misallocates client money across inappropriate risk categories.