Definitions

1. verb

to cause (someone) to believe something false or to make (someone) take the wrong course of action.

“The politician’s false promises were intended to mislead the public.”

2. noun

an instance of causing (someone) to believe something false or to make (someone) take the wrong course of action.

“The scandal was a clear case of mislead.”

3. verb (transitive)

to guide or direct (someone or something) in the wrong way, or to cause (something) to go in the wrong direction.

“The wrong turn will mislead the hikers from the trail.”

4. verb (intransitive)

to take the wrong course of action, or to go in the wrong direction.

“The car will mislead if you don’t follow the map.”