misunderstanding

• Nom désignant une compréhension incorrecte ou incomplète d'une chose ou d'une situation, ou un différend né d'une interprétation erronée.

A noun referring to a failure to interpret something correctly, or a situation where something is understood in a way that is not accurate.

1. Incorrect interpretationB1formal

   The act of interpreting something in a wrong way, often leading to confusion or disagreement.

   Mauvaise interprétation

   • His misunderstanding of the instructions caused a delay.
   • The argument arose from a simple misunderstanding of her words.
   • We need to clear up any misunderstanding about the project goals.
   • A misunderstanding between the two parties led to a broken contract.

   Synonymesconfusionerrormisapprehensionmisconceptionmisconstructionmisinterpretationmisreadingmistakemix-up

   Antonymescomprehensiongraspunderstanding

2. Wrong notionB1formal

   An incorrect understanding or belief about something, not aligned with the actual facts.

   Idée fausse

   • She had a complete misunderstanding of the company's policies.
   • It's a common misunderstanding that all fats are unhealthy.
   • His misunderstanding of the law cost him a fine.
   • The misunderstanding was based on outdated information.

   Synonymesdelusionerrorfallacymisapprehensionmisconceptionmisinterpretationmisreadingmistake

   Antonymesapprehensionawarenesscomprehensionconceptiongraspknowledgeperceptionunderstanding

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de comprendre incorrectement ou d'interpréter de travers quelque chose ou quelqu'un.

A verb used to indicate the act of interpreting or comprehending something incorrectly.

verbe irrégulier

1. Interpret incorrectlyB1formal

   To fail to understand someone or something correctly; to interpret in the wrong way.

   Interpréter incorrectement

   • I'm sorry, I completely misunderstood your instructions.
   • She misunderstood his intentions and got upset.
   • Don't misunderstand me; I'm not criticizing your work.

   Synonymesmisapprehendmisconstruemisinterpretmisjudgemisreadmistake

   Antonymescomprehendgraspunderstand