misexpress

/mɪsˈɛksprɛs/

Definitions

1. verb

to express or communicate something in a way that is unclear or misleading.

“Her misexpression of her feelings led to a series of misunderstandings.”

2. noun

the act of expressing or communicating something in a way that is unclear or misleading.

“The misexpression of her emotions was palpable throughout the conversation.”

Synonyms

  • miscommunicate
  • misinterpret

Antonyms

  • articulate
  • clarify