misgrown

/mɪsgroʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

something that has grown or developed in an unhealthy or unwholesome way

“The politician’s misgrown reputation was tarnished after a scandal.”

2. adjective

grown or developed in an unhealthy or unwholesome way

“The misgrown shoots were removed from the garden to prevent further damage.”

Synonyms

  • immature
  • unhealthy
  • unwholesome

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • mature
  • wholesome