misquote (Meaning)
Wordnet
misquote (n)
an incorrect quotation
Wordnet
misquote (v)
quote incorrectly
Webster
misquote (v. t. & i.)
To quote erroneously or incorrectly.
Synonyms & Antonyms of misquote
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misquote Sentence Examples
- The politician's opponent misquoted his speech to make it sound more inflammatory.
- The professor misquoted the text in his lecture, leading to confusion among the students.
- The article misquoted the scientist, attributing a statement to them that they never said.
- The social media post misquoted the famous quote, turning its meaning on its head.
- The reporter misquoted the witness's testimony, potentially compromising the case.
- The comedian misquoted a classic film line for comedic effect.
- The historian misquoted a primary source, leading to a flawed interpretation of events.
- The student misquoted their notes on the exam, resulting in a lower grade.
- The book review misquoted the author's work, misrepresenting their main argument.
- The speechwriter misquoted a famous poet, embarrassing the speaker during the public address.
FAQs About the word misquote
an incorrect quotation, quote incorrectlyTo quote erroneously or incorrectly.
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The politician's opponent misquoted his speech to make it sound more inflammatory.
The professor misquoted the text in his lecture, leading to confusion among the students.
The article misquoted the scientist, attributing a statement to them that they never said.
The social media post misquoted the famous quote, turning its meaning on its head.
