Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misinterpret
verb
/ˌmɪs.ɪnˈtɜːr.prɪt/
Definition
To understand or explain something incorrectly.
Examples
- She misinterpreted his smile as a sign of interest.
- The report was misinterpreted by many, leading to confusion about the facts.
- If you misinterpret my words, it could lead to unnecessary misunderstandings.
Meaning
Misinterpret means to take the meaning of something the wrong way.
Synonyms
- misunderstand
- misread
- mistake
- distort
- misjudge
