misconception

[ mis-kuhn-sep-shuhn ]

/ ˌmɪs kənˈsɛp ʃən /

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noun

an erroneous conception; mistaken notion.

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Origin of misconception

First recorded in 1655–65; mis-¹ + conception

Words nearby misconception

miscolor, miscommunicate, miscommunication, misconceive, misconceived, misconception, misconduct, misconstruction, misconstrue, miscopy, miscounsel

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How to use misconception in a sentence

According to a new study, there are a number of similar misconceptions about how certain consumer behaviors, like using plastic bags, actually affect the environment.
Reusable grocery bags aren’t as environmentally friendly as you might think|Kat Eschner|October 28, 2020|Popular-Science
At the same time, there’s a common misconception that financial literacy is only for kids.
COVID showed why we need to make financial literacy a national priority|jakemeth|September 25, 2020|Fortune
The two also discussed the malicious intent that SEOs project onto Google and its employees, common misconceptions, why the response to questions is so often “it depends,” and the SEO rumors that Splitt wishes were true.
Video: Barry Schwartz and Google’s Martin Splitt discuss strained relations with the search community|George Nguyen|September 23, 2020|Search Engine Land
Like most misconceptions that stick around, there’s a little truth to it.
Feeling sick after getting a flu shot is a normal (and even good!) thing|Katherine Ellen Foley|September 11, 2020|Quartz

The story is complex and it’s important to highlight where China is making promising advances in useful AI applications and to challenge common misconceptions, as well as to caution against problematic uses.
China and AI: What the World Can Learn and What It Should Be Wary of|Hessy Elliott|July 3, 2020|Singularity Hub
Saying climate change is a matter of belief perpetuates the dangerous misconception that there are multiple valid opinions.
Extreme Weather? Blame the End Times|Jay Michaelson|November 28, 2014|DAILY BEAST
I think a misconception everybody has is that I had an ulterior motive.
Exclusive: Michael Phelps’s Intersex Self-Proclaimed Girlfriend, Taylor Lianne Chandler, Tells All|Aurora Snow|November 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
“I think people have the misconception that restaurants are rolling in it,” Pemoulie says.
High Rents Are Killing the Restaurant Capital|Will Doig|October 28, 2014|DAILY BEAST
If The Biggest Loser could correct this misconception, it would do a lot to reduce anti-obesity prejudice.
‘The Biggest Loser’ Could Be TV’s Most Important Show Ever|Daniela Drake|September 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
But in most emergencies, anyone taking a closer look would find that misconception countered by the reality of African leadership.
Why the US-Africa Summit Was Important and Why It Wasn't Enough|John Prendergast|August 9, 2014|DAILY BEAST
A religion built upon the doctrine of Free Will and human responsibility to God is built upon a misconception and must fall.
God and my Neighbour|Robert Blatchford
This is their great mistake, and arises from a misconception of the character and ways of Deity.
The Condition, Elevation, Emigration, and Destiny of the Colored People of the United States|Martin R. Delany
On this subject much difference of opinion and misconception prevail.
A Statistical Inquiry Into the Nature and Treatment of Epilepsy|Alexander Hughes Bennett
He was even ready to swallow such an affront as that, thinking it might be offered him under a misconception of his meaning.
Mistress Wilding|Rafael Sabatini
To talk, therefore, about forging the iron while it was hot proved a misconception of the actual state of matters.
Frederick Chopin as a Man and Musician|Frederick Niecks

British Dictionary definitions for misconception

misconception

/ (ˌmɪskənˈsɛpʃən) /

noun

a false or mistaken view, opinion, or attitude

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