misrelies
/ˌmɪsrɪˈlaɪz/
verb
- To depend on something or someone incorrectly or in a way that leads to failure or disappointment.
- If the team misrelies on one star player, they will struggle when that player is injured.
- The investor misrelies on rumors rather than solid research, and often loses money.
- He often misrelies on his memory instead of writing things down, and then forgets important appointments.