Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

distort-reality

verb
/dɪˈstɔːrt rɪˈælɪti/
Definition
To twist or alter the truth or perception of something in a way that misrepresents the actual situation or facts.
Examples
  • Many media outlets may distort reality to fit their narratives.
  • Her vivid imagination often distorted reality, making ordinary events seem extraordinary.
  • The propaganda campaign was designed to distort reality and sway public opinion.
Meaning
The act of changing the way something is understood or perceived, often leading to misconceptions or false beliefs.
Synonyms
  • misrepresent
  • twist
  • falsify
  • warp
  • alter