Misinterpret (verb)

1. To understand or explain (something) in a way that is incorrect or wrong.
2. To misunderstand the meaning of (something).

Origin:

From the latin prefix "mis-" meaning "bad" or "wrong" and "interpret" meaning "to explain or understand the meaning of.".

Examples:

1. The teacher misinterpreted the student's question and gave the wrong answer.
2. The author's intention was misconstrued and his book was misinterpreted by critics.
3. He misinterpreted her silence as disinterest when in fact she was just shy.
4. The instructions were misinterpreted and the project was completed incorrectly.
5. The judge misinterpreted the evidence and made a mistaken ruling.