Word: MISPLACED
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Definition of MISPLACED
- To put something somewhere and then forget its location; to mislay
- To apply one's talents inappropriately.
- To put something in the wrong location.
- Uncomfortable, especially due to one's surroundings.
"I felt so misplaced at that party last night."
- Lost; disoriented, put in the wrong place.
"I was looking for the supermarket but then I got misplaced."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
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- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "misplaced" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MISPLACED a valid Scrabble word? โผ
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How many syllables are in MISPLACED? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MISPLACED:
- # the misplaced effect
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