misconstrue

[ˌmɪskənˈstruː]

misconstrue Definition

• 1. to interpret something wrongly
• 2. to understand something incorrectly

Using misconstrue: Examples

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

• Example

  I hope you don't misconstrue what I'm saying.

• Example

  His words were misconstrued as a threat.

• Example

  She misconstrued his intentions and got upset.

• Example

  It's easy to misconstrue the tone of an email.

misconstrue Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for misconstrue

• misinterpret
• misread
• misjudge
• misunderstand
• mistake

Antonyms for misconstrue

• understand
• comprehend
• interpret correctly

Phrases with misconstrue

• misconstrue someone's words

  to interpret someone's words in a way that is incorrect or not intended

  Example

  Please don't misconstrue my words; I didn't mean to offend you.

• misconstrue someone's actions

  to interpret someone's actions in a way that is incorrect or not intended

  Example

  She misconstrued his actions and thought he was angry with her.

• misconstrue the situation

  to interpret a situation in a way that is incorrect or not intended

  Example

  He misconstrued the situation and thought everything was fine when it wasn't.

Origins of misconstrue

from Old French 'mesconstruire', meaning 'to misunderstand'

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Summary: misconstrue in Brief

The verb 'misconstrue' [ˌmɪskənˈstruː] means to interpret something wrongly or to understand something incorrectly. It is often used to describe situations where someone has misunderstood another person's words or actions, such as 'His words were misconstrued as a threat.' 'Misconstrue' can also be used in phrases like 'misconstrue someone's words,' 'misconstrue someone's actions,' and 'misconstrue the situation.'