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
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
grandiosecharacterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea
cantankerousdifficult or irritating to deal with
languiddrooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak
crustthe hardened exterior or surface part of bread