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What Is The Difference Between The Words “Misinformation” And “Disinformation”?

Eric Tumwine, Rockside Primary School

Both words refer to wrong or misleading information. However, whereas misinformation is accidental, disinformation is intentional. A person who misinforms you gives you wrong or misleading information out of ignorance, but one who dis-informs you, intentionally lies to you.

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