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misattribution

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The act or process of misattributing.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: misascription

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

An incorrect attribution.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • the misattribution of Shakespeare's plays to Francis Bacon

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: misascription

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From mis- + attribution.

Real reading context

misattribution in complete knowledge articles