Definitions

1. verb

to give a false or misleading account of something; to state something incorrectly

“The politician was accused of misstating the facts to sway public opinion.”

2. verb

to put something into a false or misleading form, often by omitting or distorting certain details

“The journalist misstated the time of the meeting, causing attendees to arrive late.”

3. noun

an act or instance of giving a false or misleading account of something

“The misstatement of the company’s financial situation led to a stock market crash.”