error in recognition

Definitions

A failure to correctly identify or perceive an object, person, or piece of information.

A cognitive or technical mistake where input is misinterpreted or misclassified.

Examples

The software failed to process the document due to a persistent error in recognition of the handwritten characters.

The security system triggered a false alarm because of an error in recognition of the authorized user's facial features.

Synonyms

misidentification mistaken identity perceptual error misjudgment false recognition

Antonyms

correct identification accurate recognition proper identification true perception precise discernment