misleading
word · lemma: mislead
Definition
Giving the wrong idea or impression, often making people believe something that is not true.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for false advertising, news, or unclear information. Often describes information that is not an outright lie but tricks or confuses people. Used in formal and informal settings, especially with 'misleading information', 'misleading statement', or 'misleading advertisement'.
Example Sentences
The sign was misleading and made us take the wrong road.
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Some advertisements are misleading.
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The headline was misleading and not true.
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That statistic is pretty misleading if you don't know the full story.
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The instructions were so misleading that I ended up breaking the device.
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It’s easy to fall for a misleading post on social media these days.
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