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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| irresolute | uncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| flay | to strip off the skin or surface of : skin |
| parable | a usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle |
| inhibit | to prohibit from doing something |
| bureaucracy | a body of nonelected government officials |
| unsullied | not soiled or tarnished : not sullied |
| enact | to establish by legal and authoritative act |
| acerbity | the quality of being acerbic |