Meaning of the word misconstrue in English

What does misconstrue mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

misconstrue

US /ˌmɪs.kənˈstruː/
UK /ˌmɪs.kənˈstruː/

Verb

1.

to form a false understanding of the meaning or intention of something that someone does or says:

Example:
She said Harris had misconstrued her comments.
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