How do you pronounce misinterpret?

misinterpret is pronounced as /ˌmɪsɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/.

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misinterpret

❓misinterpret

verb

/ˌmɪsɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/

Mishap mislay

Meaning

to understand or explain something wrongly

Example Sentences

He misinterpreted her silence as agreement.

Example Expressions

misinterpret the meaning

Synonyms

misunderstand, misconstrue, mistake, misread

Antonyms

understand, comprehend, grasp

Collocations

misinterpret a statement, misinterpret words, misinterpret behavior, often misinterpreted

More Example Sentences

My email was probably misinterpreted, I would like to clarify.

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