Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

miscommunication

Noun
/ˌmɪskəmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
A failure to communicate ideas or intentions clearly.
Examples
  • Miscommunication between team members resulted in a delay in the project.
  • During the meeting, a few instances of miscommunication caused some critical points to be overlooked.
  • He attributed their arguments to constant miscommunication.
Meaning
Miscommunication occurs when information is not understood by the recipient as intended, leading to confusion or misunderstanding.
Synonyms
  • misunderstanding
  • confusion
  • misinterpretation
  • misconception