misinterpreted (B2)

verb (past participle/adjective)

Pronunciation: /ˌmɪsɪnˈtɜːrprɪtɪd/

Definition

Understood in a way that is not correct or intended.

Examples

• My sarcastic comment was completely misinterpreted by the new employee.

• The data was misinterpreted, leading the team to make a flawed decision.

• He felt his friendly gesture had been misinterpreted as romantic interest.

Synonyms of misinterpreted

Words with a similar meaning to misinterpreted:

• misread
• misunderstood
• misconstrued
• misapprehended

Antonyms of misinterpreted

Words with the opposite meaning to misinterpreted:

• understood
• interpreted

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