Misquote

Pronunciation: /mɪˈskwoʊt/

Misquote (verb)

  1. To repeat someone’s words in a way that is not accurate.
  2. To write or say a quote incorrectly so the original meaning is changed.

Examples

  • You misquote the speaker when you repeat the line incorrectly.
  • The reporter misquotes the quote, so the message sounds different.