misconception

noun

ˌmis-kən-ˈsep-shən How to pronounce misconception (audio)
Definition of misconceptionnext
as in myth
a false idea or belief it is a popular misconception that the Great Wall of China is visible from outer space

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Recent Examples of misconception Both Matt and Amani point out that there are many misconceptions about being in a throuple. — Liza Esquibias, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025 Waukee Mayor Courtney Clarke recently debunked misconceptions about city finances, noting many residents with homes valued at $400,000 pay about $8 a day in municipal taxes. — Jason Clayworth, Axios, 10 Mar. 2025 Back to that misconception about oily skin and moisturizer not meshing together. — Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025 To avoid further misconceptions, the ownership group decided to remove any references to Elvis the man—including the plaster bust. — Zach Helfand, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for misconception
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misconception
  1. myth
  2. delusion
  3. error
  4. illusion
Noun
  • Kennedy’s reaction to measles outbreaks alarms public health experts because the former lawyer embraces myths that vitamin A and cod liver oil are effective against the virus.
    — Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Mar. 2025
  • When the team compared the genetic obesity risk scores with the data gathered from the questionnaires, quite a few myths got busted.
    — Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of myth
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  • The guests are just monkeys with delusions of grandeur and civilization.
    — Joe Joyce, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The series, produced by AMC Studios, is set within the delusion bubble of Silicon Valley.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of delusion
Noun
  • Baker expressed skepticism about the poll, questioning the reliability due to the small sample size and margin of error.
    — Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2025
  • Unlike previous quantum attempts plagued by instability, Majorana 1 uses a new class of qubits resistant to errors, making scalable quantum computing a reality.
    — Sarah Choudhary, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Definition of error
Noun
  • The wide front porch gives the illusion that the open-plan living and kitchen area extends past the exterior walls, through the (optional) all-glass double doors to the great outdoors.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The actress added square-toe boots and wore her blonde hair in a slicked style. 12 of 18 Alessandra Ambrosio For the Balenciaga Paris Fashion Week show, Alessandra Ambrosio opted for a navy blue sweater paired with illusion lingerie on the bottom.
    — Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of illusion

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