Definitions

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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“There is still ongoing effort to challenge or second-guess clear state policy based on some understanding, or misunderstanding, of labor law.”

From Los Angeles Times

“The misunderstanding about the impact of AI has helped bring software valuations to reasonable levels for the first time in more than 5 years,” D.A.

From Barron's

A misunderstanding about the impact of AI on software has brought software stocks’ valuations to reasonable levels that are now able to be seen as a function of profit multiple.

From The Wall Street Journal

He said his father's arrest last year was due to a misunderstanding with police officers.

From BBC

“Really? Is it talking to me?” he asked, completely misunderstanding again.

From Literature

misunderstanding

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