misthink
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of misthink
First recorded in 1175–1225, misthink is from the Middle English word misthenken. See mis- 1, think 1
Example Sentences
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In the interview, Dan Ariely tells us “how we misthink money and how to spend smarter.”
From Slate ● Dec. 28, 2017
Yes, there is the note; and all the parts, if I misthink not.
From Cynthia's Revels by Jonson, Ben
Be it known that we, the greatest, are misthought For things that others do; and when we fall We answer others' merits in our name, Are therefore to be pitied.
From Antony and Cleopatra by Shakespeare, William
I ha' misthought and miscalled ye foully many a time, and many a time.
From Master Skylark by Bennett, John
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