misstated
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B2
/mɪsˈsteɪtɪd/
(misstate)
state incorrectly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'misstate' originates from the prefix 'mis-' meaning 'wrongly' and the word 'state' meaning 'to express in words'.
Historical Evolution
'misstate' evolved from the combination of 'mis-' and 'state' in Middle English, maintaining its meaning of expressing something incorrectly.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to express wrongly', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to state something incorrectly or inaccurately.
The witness misstated the facts during the trial.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Verb 2
past tense or past participle form of 'misstate'.
He misstated the figures in his report.
Last updated: 2025/03/31 02:39