adjective
- put in the wrong place; lost temporarily because one cannot remember where it was put
- inappropriate or unsuitable for the situation
Examples
- I can’t find my keys anywhere – they must be misplaced.
- She spent an hour looking for her misplaced wallet.
- His anger seemed misplaced since no one had actually insulted him.
- The comedian’s jokes were misplaced at such a solemn occasion.
- Her misplaced confidence led to a poor performance.
- The misplaced book was eventually found under a pile of papers.