MISCONCEPTION Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

misconception

noun

ˌmis-kən-ˈsep-shən

Definition of misconception

as in myth

a false idea or belief it is a popular misconception that the Great Wall of China is visible from outer space

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truth
verity

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Recent Examples of misconception One of the biggest misconceptions about leadership is that empathy and accountability are somehow at odds. — Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026 Speaking on a recent episode of the podcast, the former Miss Kansas USA and marathon runner dispelled misconceptions around women's fitness — specifically the belief that lifting heavy weights leads to a bulky physique. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026 The Miami Herald spoke with several shop owners who expressed concern about rising costs but refused to go on the record, many citing the stigma surrounding the religion and misconceptions about practitioners. — Delia Sauer, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026 Paris Jackson is looking back at her childhood and clearing up misconceptions about Neverland Ranch. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for misconception

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Noun

One of the more popular myths accepted as fact is that the WNBA has bricked the breakaway slam dunk that is Caitlin Clark phenomenon.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026
The pervading myth goes that Henry was knowingly tricked into marrying Anne of Cleves by her falsely beguiling thirst trap of a portrait.

— Eva Wolchover, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of myth

Noun

Smith allowed Boston to load the bases when Ceddanne Rafaela lined a single over a leaping Willy Adames, leaving him with no margin for error against the heart of Boston’s lineup.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 23 Aug. 2026
The Missouri Supreme Court overturned the verdict a year later, however, citing errors by the judge and concluding that the prosecution never proved a murder had even been committed.

— Dan Kelly August 22, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of error

Noun

But planning and repositioning are different exercises, and the space between them is exactly where the diversification illusion lives longest.

— Khalifa Aldhaheri, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine shattered Europe’s remaining illusions not just about Moscow but also about Beijing.

— Kurt M. Campbell, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of illusion

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