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misinform

[mis-in-fawrm] / ˌmɪs ɪnˈfɔrm /
VERB
give wrong information intentionally
Synonyms
STRONGEST
deceive misguide mislead
STRONG
lie misdirect misstate pervert prevaricate signify
WEAK
bait-and-switch cover up disinform double-talk doublespeak lead astray mousetrap put on put on an act put on false front put up a smokescreen string along wrong steer
Antonyms
STRONG
straighten
WEAK
inform tell all

Example Sentences

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“Bad actors are using AI-generated voices in unsolicited robocalls to extort vulnerable family members, imitate celebrities, and misinform voters,” the agency’s chairwoman, Jessica Rosenworcel, said in a news release.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 8, 2024

It said that “nobody is allowed to terrorize and misinform the public” on public health issues.

From Washington Times • Dec. 6, 2023

“It loses credibility, but it doesn’t misinform voters. The problem is that today it’s always being presented as an absolute truth.”

From New York Times • Oct. 24, 2022

Their manifestos and writings show they were well-versed in the online subcultures, conspiracy theories and memes, and used those to deliberately "troll" or misinform.

From BBC • May 17, 2022

Ma I aint sputing you, jes somebody done misinform you dats all.

From Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Florida Narratives by Work Projects Administration

Vocabulary lists containing misinform

Florida's B.E.S.T. Common Prefixes: mis-

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