misconception
/ˌmɪskənˈsɛpʃən/
mis · con · cep · tion
ˌmɪs · kən · ˈsɛp · ʃən
English Definition
n. a view or opinion that is incorrect because it is based on faulty thinking or understanding
Significado en Español
concepto erróneo, malentendido
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
quan niệm sai lầm, hiểu lầm
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “misconception”:
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A
misunderstanding
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B
fact
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C
truth
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D
certainty
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A — misunderstanding.
“misconception” means n. a view or opinion that is incorrect because it is based on faulty thinking or understanding
Common questions about “misconception”
What does “misconception” mean?
misconception — n. a view or opinion that is incorrect because it is based on faulty thinking or understanding. In Chinese: 误解，错误观念.
How do you pronounce “misconception”?
misconception is pronounced /ˌmɪskənˈsɛpʃən/. It breaks into 4 syllables: mis · con · cep · tion.
Is “misconception” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. misconception appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
