misnomer

Meanings

• noun

  The use of a word that is inappropriate, incorrect, or ambiguous in a particular context.

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Pronunciation

1. /mɪsˈnoʊmɚ/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

aptronym

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Synonyms

misname

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with misnomer
mimicrer , merrier

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Homophones

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1. misnomer (English) : A word used in place of another, often incorrectly
   

2. misnomer (Spanish) : To misname
   

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Variants

List of all variants of misnomer that leads to same result
misnomer , misnomered , misnomers

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'misnominare', meaning 'to name wrongly'.

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Trivia

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1. The longest word in the English language with the letter 'e' is 'misunderestimate', which can also be considered a misnomer as it contains the incorrect root 'underestimate'.

2. The term 'misnomer' is often used in law to describe a name that is inappropriate or incorrect for a legal proceeding or document.

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Related Concepts

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1. Euphemism: A mild or indirect term used to refer to something unpleasant or embarrassing.

2. Synonym: A word or phrase that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase.

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Culture

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Misnomers have been used extensively in literature and art to create humorous effects, add depth to characters, and convey complex ideas. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night', Malvolio is tricked by a misnomer when he believes a letter was meant for him, when it was actually intended for another character.

How to Memorize "misnomer"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a situation where a person is using the wrong word in a conversation. Visualize their confusion and the misunderstanding that ensues.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'misnomer' with 'misunderstanding' or 'miscommunication'. This can help you remember the meaning of the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'MISNOMER' to remember the meaning: Mistakenly Identified, Significantly Named, Overused, Mispronounced, Erroneous

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