Definition

A wrong or incorrect interpretation or evaluation of something.

Example

The misanalysis of the data led to faulty conclusions.

Conversation

Did you hear about the misanalysis in the report last week?

Yeah, I read that it caused a lot of confusion.

It's surprising how one misanalysis can lead to such big mistakes.

Totally! It makes you think about double-checking everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misanalysis → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrong or badly) and "analysis" (from Greek "analusis", meaning to unloosen or break down). The word refers to a wrong or faulty breakdown of information or data.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mis-' meaning wrong and 'analysis' meaning breaking down information — so misanalysis is when information is broken down incorrectly.

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