transitive verb. : to do (something) incorrectly or poorly.

What does follies stand for?

the state or quality of being foolish; lack of understanding or sense. a foolish action, practice, idea, etc.; absurdity: the folly of performing without a rehearsal. a costly and foolish undertaking; unwise investment or expenditure.

Is Misdid a word?

To do wrongly or awkwardly; botch. mis·do′er n. mis·do′ing n.