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misconceive

Misconceive (verb) means to misunderstand.

verb
1
To misunderstand.
2
To judge or plan badly, typically on the basis of faulty misunderstanding.
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Etymology

From Middle English misconceiven, equivalent to mis- + conceive.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of misconceive?

"misconceive" (verb) means to misunderstand.

What are the different meanings of misconceive?

"misconceive" has 2 main meanings: 1. To misunderstand; 2. To judge or plan badly, typically on the basis of faulty misunderstanding.

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