misinform

Meanings

• Verb

  To provide false or inaccurate information

• Verb

  To intentionally deceive or mislead by giving false information

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Synonyms

misguide , mislead

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with misinform
inform , transform

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Variants

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mis-inform , mis-informedmisinforming , mis-informing , mis-informs , misinform , misinformed , misinforming , misinforms

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'mis-' meaning 'wrong' or 'bad' and 'informare' meaning 'to inform'. The word 'misinform' thus means 'to give wrong or false information'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'misinform' first appeared in print in the 19th century.

2. The spread of misinformation through social media has become a major concern in recent years, with many governments and organizations working to combat the problem.

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Related Concepts

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1. Disinformation: Disinformation is the deliberate spread of false or misleading information to manipulate public opinion or to cause confusion and chaos.

2. Propaganda: Propaganda is information that is designed to influence public opinion, often through the use of emotional appeals, biased information, or falsehoods.

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Culture

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The word 'misinform' has been used extensively in various forms of media, particularly in journalism and politics, to highlight the spread of false information or disinformation. It is a critical concept in the age of information overload and the need for factual accuracy.

How to Memorize "misinform"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the word 'misinform' as a combination of 'mis' meaning 'wrong' and 'inform' meaning 'to inform'. Imagine a person giving false information to someone else.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'misinform' with the idea of giving false or misleading information. Think of a news anchor who intentionally distorts the truth to manipulate public opinion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Misinform: Mistakes Informing Others' to remember the meaning of the word.

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