misalignment

noun

mis·​align·​ment ˌmis-ə-ˈlīn-mənt 

plural misalignments

: the condition of being out of correct position or improperly adjusted : bad or incorrect alignment

Over time, because of damage and wear, typewriters develop faults and misalignments that render their typescript unique.

—Laney Salisbury et al.

… overuse injuries are all too often the consequence of poor technique or misalignment of body parts.

—Jane E. Brody

Examples of misalignment in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Clear use cases and success metrics must be defined early to avoid misalignment between innovation and business outcomes. —Joel Lamontagne, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025

Over time, the weight of the cabinet door can cause the hinge screws to loosen, resulting in the door's misalignment. —Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2025

Occasional frustration is normal in any job, but persistent thoughts about escape suggest a deeper misalignment. —Cynthia Pong, CNBC, 5 May 2025

Expert Insight Myles Robinson, founder and home expert at UK Composite Doors, noted that minor misalignments in tiling are common in DIY projects. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for misalignment

• nonalignment
• realignment
• reassignment
• reconsignment
• alignment
• alinement
• assignment
• confinement
• consignment
• refinement