to cause someone to have a wrong idea or impression about something, to deceive or trick someone

misled into, misled by appearances, misled astray

Formal and Informal Expressions of misled

In different contexts, you can replace 'misled' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'deceive, delude' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'trick, fool' is a commonplace synonym.

misled: Explore its Definition & Usage

misled Definition

1to cause someone to have a wrong idea or impression about something
2to deceive or trick someone

Using misled: Examples

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

Example
The company misled its customers by advertising false claims.
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He was misled by the fake news article.
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Don't be misled by his friendly demeanor, he's not to be trusted.
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The politician was accused of misleading the public.

misled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for misled

Antonyms for misled

Phrases with misled

misled into
to be deceived or tricked into doing something
Example
She was misled into signing the contract without reading it.
misled by appearances
to be deceived by how something looks
Example
He was misled by appearances and thought the painting was an original.
misled astray
to be led in the wrong direction or path
Example
The hiker was misled astray by the unclear trail markers.

Origins of misled

from Middle English 'misleden', meaning 'to lead astray'

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Summary: misled in Brief

The verb 'misled' [mɪsˈlɛd] means to cause someone to have a wrong idea or impression about something, or to deceive or trick someone. It is often used in the context of false advertising, fake news, or deceitful behavior. Phrases like 'misled into' and 'misled by appearances' further illustrate the concept of being deceived or tricked.