What does mischaracterization mean?
Mischaracterization means The act of characterizing something in an inaccurate or misleading way..
Mischaracterization
/mɪsˌkæɹəktəɹ(a)ɪˈzeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act of characterizing something in an inaccurate or misleading way..
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: misportrayal, misrepresentation
In a statement last month, Mr. Spitzer said, “No amount of distortion, scare tactics and mischaracterization will change the underlying fact that New York’s health care system is broken.”
“It is deeply disappointing,” [Jankowicz] wrote, “that mischaracterizations of the Board became a distraction from the Department’s vital work, and indeed, along with recent events globally and nationally, embodies why it is necessary.”
Synonyms for mischaracterization
Antonyms for mischaracterization
Related Words
Word Forms
- mischaracterizations
- mischaracterisation
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for mischaracterization?
Common synonyms include misportrayal, misrepresentation.
What is the opposite of mischaracterization?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use mischaracterization in a sentence?
Near-synonyms: misportrayal, misrepresentation
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