misconvey
|mis-con-vey|
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/ˌmɪskənˈveɪ/
incorrect communication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'misconvey' originates from the prefix 'mis-' meaning 'wrongly' and the verb 'convey' meaning 'to communicate or transport.'
Historical Evolution
'misconvey' evolved from the combination of 'mis-' and 'convey' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to convey wrongly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to convey or communicate something inaccurately or incorrectly.
The message was misconveyed, leading to confusion.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41