misinform
verb (used with object)
to give false or misleading information to.
misinforming
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present participleof misinform.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Romanian officials are not explaining their previous vehement denials of the drone incident, although the defence minister is taking the blame for "misinforming" the country's president.
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2023
Ellemann-Jensen has apologized for misinforming parliament over a rushed Israeli arms deal to replace Denmark’s howitzers that were donated to Ukraine in January.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 22, 2023
Glasscock also rejected the shareholders’ allegations that Ellison and Oracle CEO Safra Catz breached duties of loyalty by misinforming the special committee and concealing material facts regarding the acquisition.
From Seattle Times ● May 12, 2023
Beyond misinforming the public, its story distorted U.S. policy decisions and, most important, deepened patients’ suffering, which it cannot be said enough, is very real.
From Scientific American ● Mar. 6, 2023
"I can't see what would be their object in misinforming me on the subject," Mr. Dill complained.
From The Long Shadow by B. M. Bower
