as in misunderstanding
a failure to understand correctly
his misinterpretation of the ambiguously worded instructions was hardly his fault
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of misinterpretation
Conflating the two leads to misinterpretation of trends and misallocation of resources.
—
Jennifer E. O'Brien,
The Conversation,
1 June 2026
Although Turkish officials have stopped short of declaring the incidents deliberate attacks, each interception raises the risk of escalation, whether through miscalculation, technical failure, or misinterpretation of intent.
—
Steve Mollman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
Keith Poliakoff, attorney for the developer, says his client will appeal the ruling and also request that the lower court rehear the case due to what Poliakoff called a misinterpretation of the Live Local Act.
—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
Families have seen how silence can lead to misinterpretation, resentment among siblings or prolonged disputes.
—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
14 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for misinterpretation
Jennifer E. O'Brien,
The Conversation,
1 June 2026
Although Turkish officials have stopped short of declaring the incidents deliberate attacks, each interception raises the risk of escalation, whether through miscalculation, technical failure, or misinterpretation of intent.
—
Steve Mollman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
Keith Poliakoff, attorney for the developer, says his client will appeal the ruling and also request that the lower court rehear the case due to what Poliakoff called a misinterpretation of the Live Local Act.
—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
Families have seen how silence can lead to misinterpretation, resentment among siblings or prolonged disputes.
—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
14 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for misinterpretation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misinterpretation
misunderstanding
Noun
-
Where modern novels might have opposites meeting at work, separated by a misunderstanding and reunited with a kiss and solid communication, ancient novels are quite different.
-
By regularly communicating these norms, leaders can help ensure clarity and avoid misunderstandings when team members are out of office.
Cite this Entry
“Misinterpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misinterpretation. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
