Definitions

1. verb

to misinterpret or misrepresent the meaning of something, especially a text or document.

“The scholar was accused of misascribing the author’s intentions in the novel.”

2. verb

to attribute the wrong origin or authorship to something, such as a book or artwork.

“The historian carefully avoided misascribing the ancient artifact to the wrong civilization.”

3. noun

an instance of misinterpreting or misrepresenting the meaning of something.

“The misascription of the historical event led to widespread confusion among the public.”