Mis/ˌem aɪ ˈes/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Negative Actions Indicates an action was done incorrectly or in error, often unintentionally. He misdialed the phone number. Pro Tip 2/3Wrong Judgement Shows a mistaken belief or incorrect understanding about something. The jury's verdict was a clear misjudgement. Pro Tip 3/3Common Misconceptions Can help clarify common errors in thought or misunderstandings. People often misinterpret silence as agreement.