GRE Word List

MISCONSTRUE

to interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret

The meaning of the word misconstrue is to interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret.

Random words

WordMeaning
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
subsidiaryfurnishing aid or support : auxiliary
moribundbeing in the state of dying : approaching death
toppleto fall from or as if from being top-heavy
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
allureto entice by charm or attraction
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point