Misleadingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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misleadingly
[ mɪsˈliːdɪŋli ]
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.