misdevise

/mɪsˈdɛvɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to devise or plan something in a way that is likely to fail or be unsuccessful

“The company’s plan to launch the new product was a misdevise, and it ultimately led to financial losses.”

2. noun

the act of devising or planning something in a way that is likely to fail or be unsuccessful

“The project’s misdevise was a major factor in its failure to meet its deadlines.”

Synonyms

  • misconceive
  • misplan

Antonyms

  • accomplish
  • succeed