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misconstrue

verb

/ˌmɪskənˈstruː/

Meaning

To interpret something wrongly or misunderstand the meaning.

She misconstrued his silence as anger.

misinterpret, misunderstand, misjudge, mistake, misread

understand, interpret correctly

easily misconstrued, misconstrue meaning, misconstrue silence

to be present at; to give attention to; to take care of

to escape from or avoid something, especially in a skillful or clever way

To cause continuing annoyance or resentment.

to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime

to be under obligation to pay or repay; to be indebted

to feel or show great joy; to celebrate