Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mistaken-impression

noun
/mɪˈsteɪ.kən ɪmˈprɛʃ.ən/
Definition
A misunderstanding or misinterpretation of a situation or someone’s intentions, often leading to incorrect conclusions.
Examples
  • She had a mistaken impression that he was rude, when in fact he was just shy.
  • His mistaken impression about the project led to several avoidable mistakes.
  • The email was misinterpreted, creating a mistaken impression of the company’s stance.
Meaning
A mistaken impression occurs when someone forms an inaccurate perception about something or someone, which can result in an error in judgment or action.
Synonyms
  • misunderstanding
  • misapprehension
  • false impression
  • incorrect assumption