Definition mislead in American English

mislead verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb

/mɪsˈlid/

to make someone believe something that is incorrect or not true

Example

"There was no intention to mislead the public," Katz told the newspaper.

Example

People are being misled into parting with their money.

Synonyms and related words

misspeak deceive make up

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