Misinformation

/ˌmɪs.ɪn.fɚˈmeɪ.ʃən/ noun

Definition

False or inaccurate information that is spread, often unintentionally, causing confusion or misunderstanding.

Etymology

From 'mis-' meaning 'wrongly' combined with 'information' from Latin 'informare' meaning 'to inform.' The prefix 'mis-' indicates the information is incorrect or wrongly given.

Kelly Says

Misinformation is different from disinformation—misinformation is false but shared by accident, while disinformation is deliberately false information spread on purpose to manipulate.

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