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Misrepresented Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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misrepresented

[หŒmษชsหŒrษ›prษชหˆzษ›ntษชd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

inaccurate information

To represent someone or something in an inaccurate or misleading way, often resulting in a false impression being created.

Synonyms

distort, misinterpret, twist.

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Word Description / Examples
misrepresented

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 artistโ€™s intentions
distort

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
misinterpret

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
twist

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 opponentโ€™s words to make her look bad
  • He always finds a way to twist the truth to his advantage

Examples of usage

  • He felt that the media misrepresented his views on the issue.
  • The documentary misrepresented the facts to make the company look bad.

Translations

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Origin of 'misrepresented'

The word 'misrepresented' originated from the combination of 'mis-' meaning 'wrongly' or 'badly' and 'represent', which comes from the Latin word 'repraesentare' meaning 'to present, show, or portray'. The term has been used in English since the late 18th century to describe the act of presenting someone or something in a false or misleading way.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,071, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.