misunderstanding

Definition

  • noun: a failure to understand something
  • noun: a failure to understand
  • synonyms: error, misconception, disagreement

Examples

  • We had our little 'misunderstandings' in the past but we managed to clear them up long ago.

  • The instructions are carefully written in order to avoid/prevent 'misunderstanding'.

  • Her comments reflect a 'misunderstanding' of the basic problem.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Why are you inviting me to Egypt? Because... I thought it would make you happy. Of course it would make me happy. But I'm just worried that there's a misunderstanding. I think you're a wonderfully nice guy but that's all. You know that, don't you? Yes. But still you want to invite me (..)
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