Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

skew-the-result

phrase
/skjuː ðə rɪˈzʌlt/
Definition
To distort or misrepresent the outcome of a situation or data analysis, often by introducing bias or altering facts.
Examples
  • The biased report served to skew-the-result of the study, leading to misleading conclusions.

  • If you only consider certain data points, you might skew-the-result of your analysis.

Meaning
The term describes a scenario where the final results are not presented accurately due to interference or manipulation, leading to conclusions that may not reflect the truth.
Synonyms
  • distort

  • misrepresent

  • bias

  • twist