misguess
Incorrectly predict something
To misguess is to guess incorrectly or estimate wrongly: I misguessed the number of jelly beans in the jar.
The word is straightforward—a failed attempt at guessing.
A misguess is such an incorrect guess: My misguess about the deadline cost us the contract.
Error in estimation
- misjudgmentFaulty evaluation of something
- misestimateJudge incorrectly
- blunderFoolish, costly mistake
- slipMinor error or misstep
mistake · inaccuracy · miscall · misread · flub · gaffe · slipup · misstep
Incorrect understanding of meaning
- misconceptionErroneous belief or understanding
- misreadingIncorrect interpretation of text
- misapprehensionIncorrect belief or understanding
- wrong assumptionBelief that proves false
false impression · misjudging · confusion · mix-up · misbelief · wrong conclusion · faulty reasoning
miscalculation
Error in estimation
- misjudgmentFaulty evaluation of something
- misestimateJudge incorrectly
- blunderFoolish, costly mistake
slip · mistake · inaccuracy · miscall · misread · flub · gaffe · slipup · misstep · fumble
misinterpretation
Incorrect understanding of meaning
- misconceptionErroneous belief or understanding
- misreadingIncorrect interpretation of text
- misapprehensionIncorrect belief or understanding
wrong assumption · false impression · misjudging · confusion · mix-up · misbelief · wrong conclusion · faulty reasoning
misguesshit the mark
Achieve intended result
nail it · figure out · know · ascertain · divine