mispursuit

/ˈmɪspərˌsuːɪt/; /mɪsˈpɜːrsuːɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

pursuit of something that is not present or obtainable

“The detective’s mispursuit of the suspect led to a dead end in the investigation.”

2. noun

a mistaken or misguided pursuit

“The entrepreneur’s mispursuit of an unprofitable market led to financial losses.”

Synonyms

  • fruitless endeavor
  • misdirection
  • misguided pursuit

Antonyms

  • achievement
  • pursuit
  • success