misinformation

[mis-in-fer-mey-shuhn] / ˌmɪs ɪn fərˈmeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

false information

Synonyms

STRONGEST

falsity misreport misstatement

STRONG

calumny deception falsification obfuscation

WEAK

chicanery distortion inaccuracy prevarication sophistry

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fact truth

Example Sentences

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The whale's plight has attracted international headlines and warnings from the state government about "wild conspiracy theories and misinformation" spreading online.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

District Court for the Northern District of Texas that the ad giants worked with third-party groups to establish ways to keep their ads away from misinformation or objectionable content.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Even people who say they have medical qualifications are spreading misinformation online and in podcasts, according to psychosexual and relationship therapist Evie Plumb.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Fans and commentators highlighted the humor in his response, noting that the actor turned what could have been a grim misinformation scare into a light, self-aware moment.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

A dismal demon who was mostly mouth, he was ready at a moment’s notice to offer misinformation on any subject.

From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster