misserve

/mɪsˈsɜrv/; /mɪsˈsɜrv/ or /mɪˈsɜrv/ or /mɪsˈsɜrvərd/

Definitions

1. verb

to serve (someone or something) in a way that is not helpful or is actually harmful

“The incompetent management miserved the company’s interests by investing in the failing business.”

2. noun

a failure to serve (someone or something) in a way that is expected or necessary

“The misserve was evident in the company’s decision to lay off its experienced employees.”

Synonyms

  • betray
  • deceive
  • fail

Antonyms

  • assist
  • serve