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   misperception

   /ˌmɪspəˈsɛpʃn/

   noun

   • 1. a wrong or incorrect understanding or interpretation: "there are many common misperceptions pertaining to copyright"

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   What does misperception mean?

   • percepção errônea… Need a translator? Get a quick, free translation! MISPERCEPTION definition: 1. a belief or opinion about something that is wrong or not accurate: 2. a belief or opinion about…. Learn more.

   MISPERCEPTION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Is the concept of misperception valid?

   • The concept of misperception is meaningful only if there exists a correct perception. However, avoiding the question of the accuracy of perceptions and not isolating and operationalizing the concept of misperception leaves it devoid of explanatory power. It then becomes impossible to construct testable hypotheses on misperception.

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   What is the difference between a correct perception and a misperception?

   • A correct perception is the recognition that the intentions in question were not clearly defined or had not yet been formulated. Misperception, on the other hand, refers to the assumption of a well-defined intent behind certain actions or statements. This is a key issue discussed in 'Misperception and the Causes of War: Theoretical Linkages and Analytical Problems' on JSTOR Home.

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   What is the most common type of misperception?

   • Exaggeration of the adversary's intentions is the most common type of misperception. It derives from system-induced worst-case analysis, the tendency to define intentions in terms of available capabilities, diabolical images of the adversary, and psychological constraints on information processing.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › misperceptionMISPERCEPTION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Misperception is a noun that means a wrong or inaccurate belief or opinion about something. Learn how to use it in sentences and see synonyms, antonyms, and related words.

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     MISPERCEPTION meaning: 1. a belief or opinion about...

   • Znaczenie Misperception, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

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   : a false or inaccurate perception. … a host of misperceptions about the '50s, including the skewed notion that women didn't work in the 1950s, especially if they were mothers. Even in the '50s, one-fifth of mothers had paying jobs. Jeff Reid. Examples of misperception in a Sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › misperceptionMISPERCEPTION definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

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   MISPERCEPTION meaning: 1. a belief or opinion about something that is wrong or not accurate: 2. a belief or opinion about…. Learn more.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › misperceptionMISPERCEPTION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A misperception is an idea or impression that is not correct. [ US ] There's a misperception that the tenants here don't care and don't have an investment in the city.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › misperceptionMisperception - definition of ... - The Free Dictionary

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   Misperception is a noun that means a wrong or incorrect perception. It can also be a verb that means to perceive incorrectly or misunderstand. See synonyms, pronunciation and examples of misperception.

8. library.fiveable.me › perception › misperceptionMisperception - Vocab, Definition, and Must Know Facts - Fiveable

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   Definition. Misperception is the incorrect interpretation or understanding of sensory information, often leading to a distorted view of reality. It highlights the ways in which our brains can misprocess information, resulting in experiences that don’t accurately reflect the external world.

9. www.yourdictionary.com › misperceptionMisperception Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

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   Misperception is an incorrect perception of something or someone. Learn the origin, synonyms, and examples of misperception from YourDictionary, a free online dictionary.