Definition

A mistake or error in the way something is represented or depicted.

Example

The artist's misrendering of the landscape made it look very different from reality.

Conversation

Have you seen the new graphic design for the project?

Yeah, but I noticed some issues with the colors.

I think they might be due to misrendering in the software.

That makes sense; we should definitely ask the designer about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misrendering → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "rendering" (from Old French *rendre*, meaning to give back or to present). The word "misrendering" refers to the act of presenting or giving back something incorrectly or inaccurately.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mis-' meaning wrongly, and 'rendering' meaning to present. This helps you remember that misrendering means to present something incorrectly.

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