Definition for

misrepresent


To represent erroneously or falsely; give a false or incorrect account or representation of, whether intentionally or not.

To fail to represent correctly or in good faith as agent or official representative; act contrary to the wishes or interests of, as of one's principal or constituents, in the transaction of business, legislation, etc.

To convey a false impression.

transitive verb – To represent incorrectly (almost always, unfavorably); to give a false or erroneous representation of, either maliciously, ignorantly, or carelessly.

intransitive verb – To make an incorrect or untrue representation.

verb – To represent falsely; to inaccurately portray something.

verb – tamper, with the purpose of deception

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