misconception

Word parts

mis- + conception

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌmɪskənˈsɛp.ʃən/

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Noun

Singular misconception

Plural misconceptions

1. (countable & uncountable) A misconception is a wrong idea.

   You're under the misconception that you're better than him.

   It's a common misconception that George Washington had wooden teeth.