misinterpretation

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of interpreting something in a way that is incorrect or different from the intended or actual meaning.

  - "Despite clear instructions, John's misinterpretation led to a misunderstanding."
  - "The misinterpretation of the contract's terms caused legal issues."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with misinterpretation
interpretene , misrepresent , repentance

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Variants

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misinterpretation , misinterpretations

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'mis' meaning 'wrong' or 'bad' and 'interpretare' meaning 'to explain' or 'to interpret'.

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Trivia

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1. Misinterpretation is the opposite of interpretation.

2. In psychology, misinterpretation is a common cause of anxiety and stress.

3. Misinterpretation can also refer to the act of interpreting something in a way that is too literal or too figurative.

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Related Concepts

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1. miscommunication: Misinterpretation is a type of miscommunication where one person understands a message differently than the intended meaning.

2. misunderstanding: A situation where two or more people have different interpretations of a situation or message.

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Culture

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Misinterpretation is a common occurrence in human communication and can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, and misinformation. It can be seen in various forms of literature, art, and music, such as in the play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William Shakespeare, where characters misinterpret each other's intentions and feelings.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Misunderstood Instructions' to remember the meaning of misinterpretation.

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