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Misleadingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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misleadingly

 

[ mɪsˈliːdɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe something that gives the wrong idea or impression

In a way that deceives or misleads by giving a false impression.

Synonyms

deceptively, falsely, incorrectly

Examples of usage

  • He presented the data misleadingly to support his argument.
  • The advertisement was misleadingly promising quick results.

Translations

Translations of the word "misleadingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enganosamente

🇮🇳 भ्रामक रूप से

🇩🇪 irreführend

🇮🇩 menyesatkan

🇺🇦 оманливо

🇵🇱 wprowadzająco w błąd

🇯🇵 誤解を招くように

🇫🇷 trompeusement

🇪🇸 engañosamente

🇹🇷 yanıltıcı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 오도하게

🇸🇦 بشكل مضلل

🇨🇿 klamně

🇸🇰 klamlivo

🇨🇳 误导性地

🇸🇮 zavajajoče

🇮🇸 villandi

🇰🇿 алдап

🇬🇪 ყალბი

🇦🇿 aldadıcı şəkildə

🇲🇽 engañosamente

Word origin

The word 'misleadingly' is derived from the verb 'mislead', which dates back to the 12th century. The prefix 'mis-' means 'wrongly' or 'badly', while 'lead' originates from Old English 'lædan', meaning 'to guide'. Over time, 'mislead' evolved to 'misleadingly', reflecting the adverbial form of the verb. The concept of misleading has been a part of human communication for centuries, as individuals have sought to influence others through deception or false impressions.

See also: misled.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,154 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.