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Definition of misconception

misconception

/ˌmɪs.kənˈsɛp.ʃən/
mis · con · cep · tion
Plural:misconceptions
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Adjective:misconceived
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• noun

1

A view, belief, or opinion that is incorrect because it is based on faulty thinking or a lack of accurate understanding.

Example

"It is a common misconception that sharks must swim constantly to stay alive, as several species can rest motionless on the ocean floor."

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• Rhymes for misconception

• Nearby Words

miscomprehension
misconceive
misconceived
misconception
misconduct
misconnect
misconnection

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-17th century from the prefix 'mis-' (meaning 'wrongly') and 'conception' (from Latin 'conceptio', meaning 'a comprehending or conceiving').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Misconception. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/misconception
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