Definition

A failure to understand something correctly, often leading to a misunderstanding or misconception.

Example

Her misapprehension about the instructions caused her to make a mistake.

Conversation

I think there was a real misapprehension about the meeting time.

Yeah, I showed up an hour late because of that.

It’s frustrating how a simple mistake can cause so much confusion.

Absolutely, we should double-check everything next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misapprehension → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "apprehendere" (meaning to seize or understand). The word describes a misunderstanding or a wrong interpretation of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mis-' meaning wrongly and 'apprehendere' meaning to understand — so misapprehension is when someone understands something wrongly.

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