false impression

Definitions

A mistaken belief or idea about someone or something.

An incorrect perception resulting from misleading information or appearances.

Examples

His calm demeanor gave everyone the false impression that he was not worried about the upcoming deadline.

The edited photograph created a false impression of the actual size of the property.

Synonyms

misconception misapprehension misunderstanding delusion erroneous belief distorted view misinterpretation

Antonyms

accurate perception correct understanding true picture clear insight factual realization precise interpretation truthful impression