misinterpret

Word parts

mis- + interpret

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /mɪsɪnˈtəːprɪt/

Verb

Plain form misinterpret

Third-person singular misinterprets

Past tense misinterpreted

Past participle misinterpreted

Present participle misinterpreting

1. If you misinterpret a person, you interpret them wrongly.
   • Synonym: misunderstand