Synonyms of misperception

misperception

noun

as in misconception

Synonyms & Similar Words

• misconception
• mistake
• astigmatism
• misinterpretation
• misreading
• misunderstanding
• misconstruction
• misprision
• misimpression
• incomprehension
• misapprehension
• misconstruing
• misknowledge

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• perception
• knowledge
• understanding
• appreciation
• comprehension
• conception
• apprehension
• grasp
• awareness
• consciousness
• realization
• grokking
• prehension

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of misperception

Our failure to follow certain operational protocols combined with poor communication on our part then led to misunderstandings and misperceptions. —David Chiu, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024

The executive order reflects a big misperception of the intent of DEI, said Debra Jennings-Johnson, interim president and CEO with the Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council. —Francine Knowles, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025

This misperception can contribute to relational tension, as these individuals may overreact or behave defensively, interpreting a neutral response as a form of rejection. —Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025

There may be no subset of leaders more prone to misperceptions of their foreign adversaries than the overconfident leadership of a dominant successful administration out of power for four years. —Richard E. Vatz, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2025