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Synonyms & Similar Words
misconception
misinterpretation
misapprehension
misconception
mistake
error
misjudgment
misreading
distortion
misconception
delusion
illusion
fallacy
falsehood
inaccuracy
incorrectness
misconception
misbelief
miscomprehension
misperception
miscalculation
misestimation
misvaluation
misconstruction
misreckoning
misprision
Meaning of misunderstanding
According to Merriam-Webster, a misunderstanding is a misinterpretation or misconstruction of the meaning of something
Definitions
- According to Oxford Dictionary, a misunderstanding is a failure to understand something correctly, or a mistaken interpretation of something
- According to Cambridge Dictionary, a misunderstanding is a situation in which someone does not understand something correctly, or a mistake in understanding something
Example Uses
- The two friends had a misunderstanding about the plans for the weekend, which led to a big argument
- The company's advertisement was a misunderstanding of the target audience's needs and preferences
- The politician's statement was a misunderstanding of the economic data, and it led to a lot of criticism
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
understanding
comprehension
interpretation
perception
awareness
knowledge
insight
discernment
appreciation
recognition
realization
clarity
accuracy
correctness
precision
exactness
certainty
confidence
assurance
conviction
faith