Verschlimmbesserung
German term that combines "verschlimmern" (to make worse) and "verbesserung" (improvement). It describes a situation where an attempted improvement actually makes things worse. This term is often used to refer to well-intentioned changes that backfire, resulting in more problems than benefits.
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The concept captures the irony and frustration of efforts that, despite aiming for better outcomes, end up complicating or deteriorating the situation. It's a useful term for highlighting the unintended consequences of interventions, whether in personal projects, organizational changes, or technological upgrades.