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misinfluence

noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /mɪsˈɪnfluəns/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

A bad influence; something that misinfluences.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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2

noun

Meaning 2

The act or status of misinfluencing.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To influence in a detrimental manner; to act as a bad influence on.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From mis- + influence.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: mal influenciar — Translations
  • Spanish: influenciar malamente — Translations