misinterpretation
18 letters|/ˌmɪsɪnˌtɜːrprɪˈteɪʃən/
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Meaning
An incorrect understanding or explanation of something that was said or done.
Etymology
mis- (wrong) + interpret (explain meaning) + -ation (noun suffix).
Usage
The misunderstanding arose from a misinterpretation of the instructions.
Pronunciation
/ˌmɪsɪnˌtɜːrprɪˈteɪʃən/
Tags
communicationcommonunderstanding