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Meaning of Misinterpret
The word "misinterpret" is defined by the Oxford English Dictionary as "to interpret (something, especially a statement or situation) incorrectly" or "to explain or understand (something) in a way that is not correct".
Definitions
- According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, "misinterpret" means "to interpret or explain wrongly" or "to misunderstand the meaning of".
Example Uses
- The politician's words were misinterpreted by the media, leading to a public outcry.
- She misinterpreted the signal and turned left instead of right.
- The data was misinterpreted, resulting in incorrect conclusions.
- The student misinterpreted the question and answered a different one.
- The artist's intentions were misinterpreted by the critics, who saw the work as provocative rather than thought-provoking.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
interpret
understand
comprehend
grasp
perceive
discern
recognize
identify
analyze
explain
elucidate
clarify
illuminate
expound
explicate
construe
decipher
decode
translate
read
recognize
realize
appreciate