Misconceptions: meaning, definitions and examples
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misconceptions
[ ˌmɪskənˈsɛpʃənz ]
common beliefs
Misconceptions are ideas or opinions that are incorrect or based on faulty reasoning. These beliefs are often widely held, but they are not supported by facts or evidence.
Synonyms
fallacies, misunderstandings, myths
Examples of usage
- Many people have misconceptions about vaccines, thinking they cause autism.
- There are numerous misconceptions about the origins of certain superstitions.
Translations
Translations of the word "misconceptions" in other languages:
🇵🇹 conceitos errados
- equívocos
- mal-entendidos
🇮🇳 ग़लतफ़हमियाँ
🇩🇪 Missverständnisse
🇮🇩 kesalahpahaman
🇺🇦 непорозуміння
🇵🇱 nieporozumienia
🇯🇵 誤解
🇫🇷 idées fausses
- malentendus
- conceptions erronées
🇪🇸 conceptos erróneos
🇹🇷 yanlış anlamalar
🇰🇷 오해
🇸🇦 مفاهيم خاطئة
🇨🇿 nesprávné představy
🇸🇰 nesprávne predstavy
🇨🇳 误解
🇸🇮 napačne predstave
🇮🇸 ranghugmyndir
🇰🇿 қате түсініктер
🇬🇪 არასწორი წარმოდგენები
🇦🇿 yanlış anlayışlar
🇲🇽 conceptos erróneos
Word origin
The word 'misconception' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the prefix 'mis-' meaning 'badly' and the word 'conception.' It has been used to describe false beliefs or ideas that are not in line with reality. Over time, the term has become commonly used in various fields to address inaccuracies and misunderstandings.
See also: preconception.