Meaning & Definition of word "Misinterpretation"
Misinterpretation
/ˌmɪsˌɪn.təː.prɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
noun:
- 1. The action of interpreting something incorrectly or misunderstanding it.
- Example: His misinterpretation of the instructions led to a failed experiment.
- 2. A misunderstanding of a message or situation.
- Example: The misinterpretation of her words caused a rift between the friends.
- 3. An inaccurate interpretation of data or information.
- Example: The misinterpretation of the survey results resulted in flawed conclusions.
- 4. An error in understanding someone’s intent or feelings.
- Example: Her misinterpretation of his silence led her to believe he was upset.
Etymology
●From the prefix 'mis-' meaning wrong or bad, and the word 'interpretation', which derives from Latin 'interpretatio'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to misinterpret the signals:
To understand signals or cues incorrectly.
misinterpret someone's intentions:
To misunderstand what someone means or wants.
misinterpret the message:
To wrongly understand the meaning of a conveyed message.
Related Words
interpretation:
The action of explaining the meaning of something.
understanding:
The ability to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something.
context:
The circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea.
Slang Meanings of misinterpretation
Meaning: Get it twisted
● Example Sentence: If you get it twisted, you might misinterpret what I said.
Meaning: Read between the lines wrong
● Example Sentence: You read between the lines wrong, leading to a major misinterpretation.