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Meaning of Mismanage
The primary meaning of "mismanage" is to manage something poorly or inefficiently.
Definitions
- To manage something badly or inefficiently, resulting in a poor or undesirable outcome
- To handle or direct something in a way that is ineffective or unskilled
Etymology of Mismanage
The word "mismanage" originated in the 15th century, derived from the prefix "mis-" meaning "wrongly" or "badly", and the verb "manage" which comes from the Italian "maneggiare", meaning "to handle" or "to control"
Historically, the term has been used to describe poor or ineffective leadership, administration, or handling of resources, situations, or people
Example Uses
- The company's finances were mismanaged, leading to bankruptcy
- The project was mismanaged from the start, resulting in delays and cost overruns
- The government was accused of mismanaging the crisis, failing to respond effectively to the emergency