miscall

/mɪsˈkɔl/

Definitions

1. verb

to misjudge or misinterpret the value of something, especially a person or a situation.

“She miscalled his intentions, thinking he was trying to take advantage of her.”

2. verb

to call or name something incorrectly or in a wrong manner.

“The teacher miscalled the student’s name during roll call.”

3. noun

a misjudgment or misinterpretation of the value of something.

“His miscall of the market led to significant financial losses.”

Synonyms

  • erroneously
  • misinterpret
  • misjudge
  • misname

Antonyms

  • accurately
  • correctly