Synonyms for

Misrepresenting

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

Definition

The definition of 'misrepresenting' is giving a false or misleading account or impression of something.

Synonyms & similar words

falsify fake misrepresent fudge cook manipulate belie wangle distorting twisting misstating falsifying deceiving misleading fabricating exaggerating concealing camouflaging disguising coloring misinforming perverting misreporting misinterpreting manipulating twisting doctoring misquoting

Example sentences

  1. She was misrepresenting the facts to make herself look good.
  2. He was caught misrepresenting his qualifications on his resume.
  3. The advertisement was misrepresenting the benefits of the product.
  4. The politician was accused of misrepresenting his opponent's stance on the issue.
  5. The witness was accused of misrepresenting what he saw at the crime scene.

Quotes

  • “The greatest enemy of any one of our truths may be the rest of our truths.” - William James
  • “The truth is rarely pure and never simple.” - Oscar Wilde
  • “Truth is stranger than fiction.” - Mark Twain

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