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misconstrual

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun misconstrual has 1 sense
  1. misconstrual, misconstruction - a kind of misinterpretation resulting from putting a wrong construction on words or actions (often deliberately)
    --1 is a kind of misinterpretation, misunderstanding, mistaking
    Derived form: verb misconstrue1

Definitions from the Web

Term: misconstrual

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The act of interpreting or understanding something incorrectly.

Example sentence: His misconstrual of the contract's terms led to a legal dispute.

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To interpret or understand something incorrectly.

Example sentence: The journalist misconstrued the mayor's statement and published a misleading article.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Characterized by a misinterpretation or misunderstanding.

Example sentence: Her misconstrual explanation of the situation only caused more confusion.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner that shows misunderstanding or misinterpretation.

Example sentence: He spoke misconstrually, unaware of the true implications of his words.

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