Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mistell
verb
/mɪsˈtɛl/
Definition
To tell a story incorrectly or to state something in a way that is not accurate.
Examples
- She mistold the story, leaving out key details that changed the context.
- After mistelling the incident, he realized his mistake and apologized.
Meaning
The act of recounting a story or information in a flawed manner, often leading to misunderstandings.
Synonyms
- misreport
- misrepresent
- misstate
