misinformation

noun

mis·​in·​for·​ma·​tion ˌmis-ˌin-fər-ˈmā-shən How to pronounce misinformation (audio)
Synonyms of misinformation
: incorrect or misleading information
Indubitably, a great deal of paranoid and otherwise irresponsible misinformation about the Kennedy assassination has traveled far and sold well …—Ronnie Dugger
A muddle of misinformation keeps clouding the debate over hormone-replacement therapy for women.—Melinda Beck
Each of these pieces of information (and misinformation) about me is sold for about two-fifths of a cent to advertisers, which then deliver me an Internet ad, send me a catalog or mail me a credit-card offer.—Joel Stein

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The budget includes nearly $1 million to support efforts to fight misinformation about state elections. — CBS News, 30 June 2026 Press speculation and misinformation clouded many details of the Black Dahlia case, including the origin of the nickname. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 June 2026 Mayor Pro Tem Donald Freitas said there was misinformation surrounding the project and questioned the financial risks should the city decide to back out. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 29 June 2026 Foxx also hopes residents understand the difficulties officials face in their work in an era of political division and misinformation. — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for misinformation

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of misinformation was in 1605

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“Misinformation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/misinformation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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