Definitions

1. verb

to lead or direct someone in a wrong or mistaken way, especially intentionally

“The company misled its investors by hiding the true state of its finances.”

2. noun

a person who has been led or directed in a wrong or mistaken way

“The misled customers sued the company for false advertising.”

3. past participle

past tense of ‘mislead’, indicating the action of being led or directed in a wrong or mistaken way

“The misled investors were shocked to discover the company’s true financial situation.”

4. past tense

past tense of ‘mislead’, indicating the action of leading or directing someone in a wrong or mistaken way

“The company misled its customers by making false promises.”