1. to light badly or inadequately
Usage: rare

Examples

• The photographer mislighted the portrait, creating harsh shadows.
• The stage was mislighted, making it difficult for the audience to see the actors clearly.
• Don’t mislight the workspace or you’ll strain your eyes.
• The room appeared gloomy because someone had mislighted it with dim bulbs.
• The art gallery mislighted the paintings, obscuring their true colors.