Definition

To write or say a word incorrectly.

Example

I often misspell difficult words in my essays.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see my essay? I think I might have misspell a few words.

I glanced at it; I didn't notice anything major, but I could help you check.

Thanks! I always tend to misspell tricky words like 'accommodate.'

No worries, let's go through it together and make sure everything is correct.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misspell → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "spell" (from Old English "spellian", meaning to name or write). The word "misspell" means to write or name something incorrectly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wrongly' ('mis-') writing or naming something ('spell'). This helps you remember that misspell means to write a word incorrectly.

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