misconstrue in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
To misconstrue means to interpret or understand something incorrectly or in a misleading way.
Sample Sentences
- People often misconstrue kindness for weakness, leading to misunderstandings.
- It's easy to misconstrue someone's intentions when you only hear half the story.
- The lawyer warned that jurors might misconstrue the evidence presented during the trial.
- Her sarcastic remarks were often misconstrued as genuine criticism by her colleagues.
- When emotions run high, it's common to misconstrue what others are saying.