Misunderstanding

/mɪsˌʌndəstˈændɪŋ/

/ˌmɪsəndɝˈstændɪŋ/

Misunderstanding

an instance in which a question, remark, or instruction is not understood correctly

an understanding of something that is not correct

a minor disagreement

Examples

1. His foolish tendencies often cause misunderstandings with his friends.

2. The misunderstanding happened because of a lack of communication.

3. His incorrect translation of the phrase caused a misunderstanding between the two parties.

4. In the drama, two friends become rivals due to a misunderstanding.