Misguided
Misguided adjective - Poorly conceived or thought out.
Promoted and misguided are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Promoted" instead a verb "Misguided".
Nearby Words: misguiding, misguidance
Both words in one sentence
- Also Cyril when he's promoted to field agent, pulling such stunts as wearing bright orange in the snow (in a misguided application of hunting-safety knowledge, as in this case the bright orange makes him an easier target).
Source: The Millstone
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