Misrepresented: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this word when someone is portrayed inaccurately or unfairly, often deliberately.

• His achievements were misrepresented in the article, downplaying his contributions
• The critic completely misrepresented the artist’s intentions

This word is suitable for situations where the truth is changed or altered, often to deceive.

• He distorted the facts to make his argument more convincing
• The mirror distorts your reflection, making you look taller

Use this word when someone misunderstands something, often unintentionally, leading to an incorrect conclusion.

• She misinterpreted his silence as disinterest
• The student misinterpreted the instructions on the exam

Best used in contexts where information is being altered in a way that significantly changes its meaning, often with a negative or deceitful implication.

• The politician twisted her opponent’s words to make her look bad
• He always finds a way to twist the truth to his advantage