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Meaning of misinterpretation
The primary meaning of "misinterpretation" is the act of interpreting something incorrectly.
Etymology of misinterpretation
The word "misinterpretation" has its roots in the prefix "mis-" meaning wrong or faulty, and the words "interpret" and "interpretation" which come from the Latin "interpretari" meaning to explain or translate, and the Latin "interpretatio" meaning explanation or translation
The word has been in use since the 15th century to describe the act of incorrect or faulty interpretation
Synonyms
misreading
misunderstanding
misapprehension
misjudgment
miscomprehension
mistake
error
misinterpret
misconstrue
misconception
misperception
distortion
misrepresentation
false impression
wrong interpretation
incorrect assumption
flawed understanding
mistaken belief
mistaken idea
incorrect interpretation
faulty assumption
erroneous assumption
incorrect understanding
flawed interpretation
mistaken notion
wrong understanding
misanalysis
misestimation
Definitions
- The act of incorrectly interpreting or understanding the meaning of something
- * A mistaken or incorrect interpretation of a text, situation, or event
Usage Examples
- The misinterpretation of the data led to incorrect conclusions
- * The artist's intention was lost due to misinterpretation of the symbolism in the painting
- * The misinterpretation of the contract led to a lengthy legal dispute
Antonyms
correct interpretation
accurate understanding
proper comprehension
right understanding
correct reading
accurate analysis
proper explanation
correct explanation
right explanation
accurate comprehension
proper interpretation
correct assumption
accurate assumption
proper understanding
correct perception
accurate perception
right perception
correct appreciation
accurate appreciation