false impression
noun phraseUK /fɔːls ɪmˈprɛʃən/
US /fɔls ɪmˈprɛʃən/
A wrong idea about something or someone.
The big shadow gave me a false impression that a monster was in my room.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A mistaken belief caused by how something looks or seems.
The shiny wrapper gave a false impression that the candy was new.
3. An incorrect opinion formed before knowing all the facts.
He got a false impression of the new kid because they met on a bad day.
4. A misleading appearance that makes people think something untrue.
The calm sea gave a false impression that the storm had passed.