ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Misinterpretation

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Misinterpretation is a noun meaning An instance of misinterpreting.

Meaning

An instance of misinterpreting.

Example Sentences

Charmed as was De Brooke at the outward effects of his Rosilia's sensibility, yet at the same time pained at the situation of his child, conscious that she attracted all eyes upon her, and fearful also of the misinterpretation of affectation or weakness given to it by her ladyship, he looked at his sister, who, comprehending his wishes, lent her kind interference, and conducted Rosilia from the apartment.

Word Forms

Synonyms for misinterpretation

Depending on context, synonyms include misunderstanding, mistaking.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mistaking, misunderstanding, misperception, misconception, misacceptation, misreading.

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