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