Search Dictionary
Definition of misreading

misreading

/ˌmɪsˈriːdɪŋ/
mis · read · ing
Plural:misreadings
•
Past Simple:misread
•
Past Participle:misread
•
Present Participle:misreading
JUMP TO:

misreading Lexical Profile

misreading Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An incorrect or mistaken interpretation of a text, situation, or person's intentions.

Example

"The diplomatic dispute was caused by a fundamental misreading of the treaty's terms."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for misreading
Antonyms
View all antonyms for misreading

• verb

1

To read or interpret a text, signal, or situation incorrectly (present participle of misread).

Example

"Realizing she was misreading the map, she pulled over to ask for directions."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for misreading
Antonyms
View all antonyms for misreading

• Rhymes for misreading

• Nearby Words

misquotation
misquote
misread
misreading
misrecollect
misrecord
misremember

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Misreading. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/misreading
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.