mis
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /mɪs/
KK: /mɪs/
adjective
Definition
Not correct or appropriate; something that is wrong or out of place.
Example
There was something mis about the way he spoke, as if he was not being honest.
Conversation
I think there's something mis with my computer.
Oh no, what happened?
It keeps freezing and showing a weird error message.
That definitely sounds mis, maybe you should restart it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
incorrect
erroneous
faulty
Antonyms
correct
right
accurate
adverb
Definition
In a way that is incorrect or not right; something that is not as it should be.
Example
The instructions were misinterpreted, leading to confusion.
Conversation
I feel like something is mis with my phone.
Oh no, what's happening with it?
It keeps freezing and I can't figure out why it's so mis functioning.
Root Explanation
This word originates from Old French 'mes-', meaning wrong or bad. It is used as a prefix in English to indicate something that is done incorrectly or badly.
Memory Tip
Think of 'mis-' as meaning wrong or bad, which helps you remember that it indicates something done incorrectly.
Visually Confused Words
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