misconceptions

NOUN

wrong idea, impression

Synonyms

STRONGEST

delusion fallacy misinterpretation misunderstanding

STRONG

error fault misapprehension misconstruction mistake

WEAK

mistaken belief

Antonyms

STRONGEST

certainty fact reality surety truth

STRONG

accuracy correction correctness

WEAK

comprehension perception understanding

Example Sentences

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Some early misconceptions are still reflected in the exhibits.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Despite common misconceptions online, creatine is not a steroid.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

"And it uses as 'evidence' either misconceptions, other viral videos, or things that people have just made up."

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

It also said it welcomed a review by the Competition and Markets Authority into pricing, saying it was "confident that the review will provide clarity and help address misconceptions about how the sector functions".

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Yet some of his examples plainly arose from his own misconceptions.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik