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
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
aceticvinegary
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frenziedfeeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance
ascertainto find out or learn with certainty
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
remissionthe act or process of remitting
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery
aquilinecurving like an eagle's beak
irretrievablenot retrievable : impossible to regain or recover