Misunderstanding and Mistaking

Misunderstanding

Misunderstanding noun - Putting the wrong interpretation on.

Mistaking is a synonym for misunderstanding. In some cases you can use "Mistaking" instead a noun "Misunderstanding".

Nearby Word: misunderstand

Mistaking

Mistaking noun - Putting the wrong interpretation on.
Usage example: there was no mistaking her meaning

Misunderstanding is a synonym for mistaking. You can use "Misunderstanding" instead a noun "Mistaking".

Nearby Word: mistake
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