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"Mislead" vs. "misguide": navigating the wrong direction
Anwar Kareem 04/10/2024, 15:18English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "mislead" and "misguide" mean to cause someone to have a mistaken understanding or perception.
What is different?
Mislead often implies intentional deceit, while misguide suggests providing incorrect guidance, possibly without intent to deceive.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Mislead- The advertisement was designed to mislead consumers about the product's effectiveness.
- He misled them into believing he was a qualified doctor.
- The inexperienced teacher might misguide students on complex topics.
- Well-meaning advice can sometimes misguide someone on their career path.
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