noun
misapprehension
Misapprehension (noun) means a mistaken idea that comes from not understanding something properly.
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A mistaken idea that comes from not understanding something properly.
"They had thought it obsolete, but, were relieved of this misapprehension by Yule’s friend Major Trotter."
— James Lambert, A Much Tortured Expression: A New Look At `Hobson-Jobson' (2014)
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Rhymes for misapprehension
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of misapprehension?
"misapprehension" (noun) means a mistaken idea that comes from not understanding something properly.
What is another word for misapprehension?
Other words for "misapprehension" include misunderstanding, mistake.
What is the opposite of misapprehension?
The opposite of "misapprehension" is understanding.