Synonyms of misconceptions

misconceptions

noun

plural of misconception

as in myths

a false idea or belief

it is a popular misconception that the Great Wall of China is visible from outer space

Synonyms & Similar Words

• myths
• delusions
• errors
• illusions
• superstitions
• misunderstandings
• fallacies
• falsehoods
• untruths
• misbeliefs
• falsities
• hallucinations
• distortions
• misperceptions
• pretenses
• misinterpretations
• inaccuracies
• lies
• misinformation
• old wives' tales
• factoids
• tales
• misapprehensions
• fictions
• misrepresentations
• misstatements
• misjudgments
• half-truths
• stories
• sophistries
• sophisms
• miscomprehensions
• fibs
• misreports
• misknowledges

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• truths
• verities

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of misconceptions

That’s compounded by common misconceptions about state laws regarding each party’s role on the road. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 22 Oct. 2026

The mental toll that comes with Ebola Losing relatives to disease outbreaks is always difficult, but responders say grief can be especially severe with Ebola in a country where the disease is viewed by many as evil due to rumors and misconceptions. — Constant Same Bagalwa, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

Losing relatives to disease outbreaks is always difficult, but responders say grief can be especially severe with Ebola in a country where the disease is viewed by many as evil due to rumors and misconceptions. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026

Take the quiz here … LISTEN Tune in to explore common misconceptions about gun violence in America, the history of the Second Amendment, and why preventing homicides may require a different approach to public safety. — FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Companies using the technology say some concerns stem from misconceptions about how their pricing tools work. — Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026

One of the biggest misconceptions is that sustainability and farmer livelihoods are separate conversations. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Contrary to common misconceptions, studying for the SHSAT doesn’t have to be expensive. — Wai Wah Chin, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026

Her speech highlighted the importance of tackling the misconceptions about addiction and its roots in early childhood experiences, another one of Kate’s key causes in her royal work. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026