Definition

To write something in a wrong or careless way, leading to mistakes in the text.

Example

She didn't mean to miswrite the report, but she was in a hurry.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the essay I submitted?

Yeah, I noticed some parts seemed off.

I think I might have miswrite a few sentences by accident.

That can happen! Just make sure to proofread next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miswrite → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "write" (from Old English "writan", meaning to scratch or inscribe). The word "miswrite" means to write something incorrectly or wrongly.

Memory Tip

Think of writing something 'wrongly' ('mis-') — that's why miswrite means to write incorrectly.

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