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MISUNDERSTANDING

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Misunderstanding.

How to pronounce misunderstanding:

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Misunderstanding - as a noun

Putting the wrong interpretation on

Example: "His misinterpretation of the question caused his error"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
misinterpretationmistaking16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
interpretation16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An understanding of something that is not correct

Example: "He wasn't going to admit his mistake"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
misapprehension24mistake13

Example Sentences

"There seems to be a misunderstanding between them."
"I apologize for the misunderstanding; let me clarify."
"A simple misunderstanding led to their argument."
"The misunderstanding arose due to poor communication."
"We need to clear up this misunderstanding right away."
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Is MISUNDERSTANDING a valid Scrabble word?
No, misunderstanding is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is MISUNDERSTANDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, misunderstanding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MISUNDERSTANDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is MISUNDERSTANDING a valid WordFeud word?
No, misunderstanding is NOT valid for WordFeud
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MISUNDERSTANDING is not a valid WordFeud word.

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