misnomers

plural of misnomer

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for misnomers
Noun
  • Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate are now wrestling under different monikers as part of their new masked gimmick.
    Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Which of the following monikers did Benjamin Franklin NOT employ?
    Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • That information from customers was leaked in a full database, including customer’s names, mobile numbers, email addresses, license plate numbers, vehicle nicknames, and more.
    James Peckham, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2025
  • And though some nicknames can wear out their welcome with age, McCollough does not feel that way about his.
    Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • This use of terror designations does more than merely aim to legitimize military buildup and action to the south of the United States.
    Alexander Langlois, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Here are some of the injury designations provided by Albin, with analysis.
    Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Misnomers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misnomers. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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