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Misrepresent

Verb / mɪˌsreprʌˈzent / Another word for misrepresent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to give a false or misleading account of the nature of something

Synonyms & similar words

fake fudge cook manipulate falsify wangle belie distort falsify twist manipulate misreport exaggerate embellish fabricate deceive trick dupe mislead delude deceive fool hoodwink betray cheat defraud swindle

Example sentences

  1. The politician misrepresents his opponent's views to make himself look better.
  2. The salesman misrepresents the quality of his product to make a sale.
  3. It is not ethical to misrepresent information to get what you want.
  4. She misrepresents the amount of work she did to impress her boss.
  5. The artist misrepresents the colors in the painting to make it look more vibrant.

Quotes

  • Truth never damages a cause that is just. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. - Winston Churchill
  • The truth is more important than the facts. - Frank Lloyd Wright

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