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English noun: misunderstanding

1. misunderstanding (communication) putting the wrong interpretation on


SamplesHis misinterpretation of the question caused his error.
There was no mistaking her meaning.


Synonymsmisinterpretation, mistaking


Broader (hypernym)interpretation


Narrower (hyponym)imbroglio, misconstrual, misconstruction, misreading

2. misunderstanding (cognition) an understanding of something that is not correct


SamplesHe wasn't going to admit his mistake.
Make no mistake about his intentions.
There must be some misunderstanding--I don't have a sister.


Synonymsmisapprehension, mistake


Broader (hypernym)misconception









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