Misemployed refers to the situation when someone is placed in an inappropriate job or when their talents are underutilized. There are several synonyms to describe this type of situation, such as misassigned, misplaced, misused, and inefficacious. Misassigned refers to the incorrect placement of an employee in a job that doesn't match their abilities, skills, or interests. Misplaced describes the situation when an employee is put in the wrong position due to their lack of experience, qualification, or knowledge. Misused is used to describe employees' underutilization, meaning they are not given enough tasks or assignments that align with their true potential. Inefficacious refers to the ineffectiveness or failure of an employee in their designated job.