misattribution
Americannoun
plural
misattributions-
an incorrect attribution, especially in crediting a specific work to the wrong author, artist, etc.
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Psychology. a psychological process in which someone incorrectly identifies the source of a memory or feeling.
Example Sentences
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That report was widely criticized for misattribution and misstating the conclusions of the studies it cited.
From Barron's
That report was widely criticized for misattribution and for misstating the conclusions of the studies it cited.
From Barron's
While Chinese painters developed this theme as early as the 10th century it became ubiquitous in Korea by the 18th century, hence the longstanding misattribution of the painting as Korean.
Every time the Captain corrects Claude's misattribution of a quote or misidentification of an American musician, it feels like a test.
From Salon
Manifestation is another misattribution of cause-and-effect, just with a more positive spin: if I got a promotion, it’s because I put a dollar sign on my vision board.
From Los Angeles Times
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