as in misunderstanding
a failure to understand correctly
the traveler's misknowledge of local customs led him to make some embarrassing faux pas
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Noun
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The poll also found widespread misunderstanding about how common lactose intolerance is.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025 -
Rooted in the quiet rhythms of Abu Dhabi life, this intimate Emirati short examines the fragile bond between a father and daughter navigating love, duty and misunderstanding.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
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This helps kids develop a growth mindset—where mistakes are part of learning, not something to fear.—
Lia Miller,
Parents,
20 Oct. 2025
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The scene where groundskeeper Walter (Marcus Henderson) runs aimlessly across the lawn borders on the ridiculous, but, without getting into spoilers, the only other mistake Peele makes is the film's antagonist.—
Steven Thrash,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Misknowledge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misknowledge. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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