miscast
noun C2
Plain meaning
to choose the wrong actor for a role or the wrong person for a task
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe to choose the wrong actor for a role or the wrong person for a task, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned miscast as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines miscast in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear miscastevidence of miscastwidespread miscast
Watch out
Do not use “miscast” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.