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Definition of misperceive

misperceive

/ˌmɪspərˈsiːv/
mis · per · ceive
Past Simple:misperceived
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Past Participle:misperceived
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Present Participle:misperceiving
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• verb

1

To perceive, interpret, or understand (something or someone) incorrectly or inaccurately.

Example

"Negotiators often misperceive the intentions of the other party when communication channels are limited."

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• Rhymes for misperceive

• Nearby Words

misophonia
misophonic
misoprostol
misperceive
misperception
misplace
misplaced

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