misconception

[mis-kuhn-sep-shuhn]

noun

1. an erroneous conception; mistaken notion.

misconception

/ ˌmɪskənˈsɛpʃən /

noun

1. a false or mistaken view, opinion, or attitude

Word History and Origins

Origin of misconception¹

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

Example Sentences

But Judge Crowson told him that "this was not a mistake or a misconception by you - it was a lie".

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There’s a circulating misconception that stablecoins would disproportionately harm community and agricultural banks.

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There is a common misconception that the way to win in the playoffs is by relying heavily on small ball.

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Liv said a common misconception was that dementia only affected older people.

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Legal experts say the wave of firings highlights a persistent misconception about free speech protections.

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Related Words

• delusion 
• fallacy 
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• misunderstanding