Misinterpretation

Synonyms of misinterpretation

• misunderstanding
• misconstrual
• misreading

Antonyms of misinterpretation

• comprehension
• understanding
• interpretation

Collocations of misinterpretation

misinterpretation of facts

Frequency: 70 %

The misinterpretation of facts led to a wrongful conviction.

misinterpretation of intentions

Frequency: 60 %

Her misinterpretation of his intentions caused a misunderstanding.

misinterpretation of body language

Frequency: 50 %

His misinterpretation of her body language led to a awkward encounter.

misinterpretation of signals

Frequency: 45 %

The misinterpretation of signals resulted in a missed opportunity.

misinterpretation of tone

Frequency: 40 %

The misinterpretation of her tone caused unnecessary conflict.

Idiomatic Expressions for misinterpretation

• Phrase: read between the lines
  Meaning: To infer a deeper or hidden meaning from something that is not explicitly stated.
  Usage: She told me she was fine, but I could tell there was more to it; I had to read between the lines.