misinformation

[ˌmɪsɪnfərˈmeɪʃ(ə)n]

misinformation Definition

false or inaccurate information, especially that which is deliberately intended to deceive.

Using misinformation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "misinformation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The article was full of misinformation about the candidate.

  • Example

    The spread of misinformation on social media can be harmful.

  • Example

    The company was accused of spreading misinformation about their products.

misinformation Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with misinformation

  • false information that is intentionally spread to deceive people

    Example

    The government was accused of using deliberate misinformation to manipulate public opinion.

  • a coordinated effort to spread false or misleading information to influence public opinion or obscure the truth

    Example

    The company launched a misinformation campaign to discredit their competitors.

  • the phenomenon where a person's memory of an event is influenced by misleading information they received after the event

    Example

    The study found that the misinformation effect can lead to false memories.

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Summary: misinformation in Brief

The term 'misinformation' [ˌmɪsɪnfərˈmeɪʃ(ə)n] refers to false or inaccurate information that is deliberately intended to deceive. It is often spread through social media and can be harmful. Examples include 'The article was full of misinformation about the candidate.' and 'The company was accused of spreading misinformation about their products.' Phrases like 'deliberate misinformation' and 'misinformation campaign' denote intentional efforts to deceive.

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