misunderstanding

[mis-uhn-der-stan-ding] / ˌmɪs ʌn dərˈstæn dɪŋ /

NOUN

instance of having the wrong idea

Synonyms

STRONGEST

confusion error misconception misinterpretation misjudgment mistake mix up

STRONG

confounding delusion misapprehension misconstruction misreckoning

WEAK

false impression

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accuracy certainty correction truth understanding

WEAK

agreement comprehension concord concurrence harmony peace

NOUN

argument, fight

Synonyms

STRONGEST

breach clash conflict difference difficulty disagreement discord dissension feud quarrel rift squabble

STRONG

blowup break debate fuss row run-in rupture set-to spat tiff variance words

WEAK

bad vibes crossed wires falling-out sour note

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accord agreement calm concurrence harmony likeness peace sameness similarity

WEAK

comprehension concord understanding

Example Sentences

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This misunderstanding is pushing policy in the wrong direction.

From The Wall Street Journal

Douglas told police there had been a misunderstanding and that he wasn’t a danger to himself or others.

From Los Angeles Times

This dynamic points to a more basic misunderstanding about what institutions actually are.

From Salon

It added it was an area where it was seeing "increased misunderstanding and inconsistent practice".

From BBC

Small misunderstandings would escalate and sometimes their kids wouldn't get along, Rachel says.

From BBC