Meaning of the word miscalculate in English

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miscalculate

US /mɪsˈkæl.kjə.leɪt/
UK /mɪsˈkæl.kjə.leɪt/

Verb

1.

to calculate wrongly

Example:
I think you've miscalculated the total cost.
He miscalculated the amount of paint needed for the room.
2.

to judge a situation or person wrongly

Example:
The government miscalculated the public's reaction to the new policy.
He miscalculated his opponent's strength.
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