Meaning & Definition of word "Misbegotten"
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Misbegotten
/ˌmɪsbɪˈɡɒtən/
adjective:
- 1. Born of parents who are not married to each other; illegitimate.
- Example: He grew up feeling the weight of being a misbegotten child in a strict family.
- 2. Having an improper or illegal origin.
- Example: The misbegotten venture was fraught with ethical concerns and questionable practices.
- 3. Poorly conceived or ill-fated; badly thought out.
- Example: The plan to build the skyscraper in that location was a misbegotten idea.
Etymology
Middle English, from 'mis-' meaning 'wrongly' and 'begotten', past participle of 'beget'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
misbegotten scheme:
A plan that is poorly thought out or has little chance of success.
misbegotten youth:
A young person who is considered to have a troubled or disadvantageous background.
Related Words
illegitimate:
Not recognized as lawful offspring.
misfortune:
Bad luck or an unfortunate condition.
Slang Meanings of misbegotten
Meaning: A messed-up situation or idea.
Example Sentence: That whole business plan was a misbegotten mess.
Meaning: A person from a dysfunctional or troubled background.
Example Sentence: He's a bit of a misbegotten soul, but he's got a good heart.