1. instances of reading or interpreting something incorrectly or inaccurately
Usage: plural form of misreading; commonly used in literary criticism and academic contexts

Examples

• The student's misreadings of the poem led to an incorrect analysis.
• Critics pointed out several misreadings in the author's interpretation of historical events.
• Common misreadings of Shakespeare often overlook the historical context.
• The misreadings of the contract caused confusion between the two parties.
• Her misreadings of his tone made her think he was angry when he was joking.
• The book addresses frequent misreadings of classical texts.
• These misreadings demonstrate the importance of careful attention to detail.