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misunderstand

/mɪsˈʌndər.stænd/ verb · British & US
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What does misunderstand mean?

verb

To fail to understand something, often due to a lack of information or a misunderstanding of the information that is available. To interpret or understand something incorrectly.

Example

"The two friends had a long conversation, but they still managed to misunderstand each other's intentions."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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