misinformation

UK
/ˌmɪs.ɪn.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌmɪs.ɪn.fɚˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Translations

misinformationnoun
The spread of misinformation can have serious consequences.
Распространение дезинформации может иметь серьезные последствия.
Synonyms
misleading information
false information
misinformationadjective
UK
/ˌmɪs.ɪn.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌmɪs.ɪn.fɚˈmeɪ.ʃən/
Used only attributively before a noun; non-comparable.

Definitions

misinformationnoun
False or inaccurate information that is spread, regardless of intent to deceive.
The article was filled with misinformation that confused many readers.
The act or process of misinforming someone.
The misinformation of voters by special interest groups skewed the referendum results.
misinformationadjective
Involving, consisting of, or characterized by misinformation.
They launched a misinformation campaign to sway public opinion.