Miscalculation

noun

noun ·5 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1
An incorrect or mistaken calculation. countable, uncountable
2
a mistake in calculating wordnet
3
An error in judgment. countable, uncountable

Synonyms

clerical error corrigendum erratum error error in judgment failure

Antonyms

Example

"That was a slight miscalculation."

Etymology

From mis- + calculation.

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