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misidentification
This term carries a strong connotation of error and failure, often implying a critical mistake with serious consequences. In legal or forensic contexts, it suggests a lapse in perception or memory that can lead to systemic injustice, such as the wrongful imprisonment of an innocent person.
In scientific or technical domains, the word describes a taxonomic or categorical error. It refers to the failure of a professional to correctly classify a specimen, which typically undermines the validity of subsequent research or data analysis.
Meanings
Examples
The witness admitted that the misidentification of the suspect was due to the poor lighting.
I am so sorry for the misidentification but I really thought you were my sister.
A simple misidentification of the chemical compound led to the entire experiment failing.
The case was dismissed after it became clear that a misidentification had occurred during the lineup.
The case was dismissed after it became clear that a misidentification had occurred during the lineup.
Wait this is not the right plant it is a misidentification of a common weed.
The museum curator realized the misidentification of the painting only after a professional appraisal.
The museum curator realized the misidentification of the painting only after a professional appraisal.
Could this be a case of misidentification or did he actually see the target?
The lab report was retracted following the misidentification of the bacterial strain.