misalignment

Definitions

The state of being positioned incorrectly or not in a straight line.

A discrepancy between the goals, interests, or actions of different parties.

An improper adjustment of parts in a mechanical system.

Examples

The project failed due to a fundamental misalignment between the team's goals and the client's expectations.

A slight misalignment in the machine's gears caused the entire production line to vibrate excessively.

Synonyms

discrepancy inconsistency imbalance displacement skew mismatch irregularity

Antonyms

alignment accord harmony congruence order symmetry coordination