Meaning of the word misunderstood in English

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

misunderstood

US /ˌmɪs.ʌn.dərˈstʊd/
UK /ˌmɪs.ʌn.dərˈstʊd/

Verb

to fail to understand something correctly

Example:
I think you've misunderstood my intentions.
His instructions were so unclear that everyone misunderstood them.

Adjective

not understood correctly

Example:
He felt lonely and misunderstood.
The artist was often misunderstood during his lifetime.