1. guidance or instruction that is based on incorrect information, poor judgment, or faulty reasoning
The company followed a misguided direction that led to financial losses.
A empresa seguiu uma direção equivocada que levou a perdas financeiras.
2. a course of action that is ill-advised or based on misunderstanding
His misguided direction in the project resulted in wasted resources.
Sua direção equivocada no projeto resultou em desperdício de recursos.