Misunderstands
/ˌmɪsʌndərˈstændz/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present of misunderstand; to interpret or comprehend something incorrectly.
She misunderstands the terms of the contract, leading to a dispute.
Forms
- misunderstand
- misunderstood
- misunderstanding
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Commentary
Typically used as a verb form, misunderstands denotes the act of incorrectly grasping a fact or legal term, which can lead to contractual or procedural issues.
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