What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
misinferred
Example
She misinferred that he was angry because of his tone of voice. [misinferred: verb]
Example
The misinferred conclusion led to a series of misunderstandings. [misinferred: adjective]
misinterpreted
Example
He misinterpreted her silence as a sign of disapproval. [misinterpreted: verb]
Example
The misinterpreted gesture caused confusion and hurt feelings. [misinterpreted: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Misinterpreted is more commonly used than misinferred in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between misinferred and misinterpreted?
Both misinferred and misinterpreted are formal words that are more likely to be used in academic or professional contexts than in casual conversation.
