Definition of «false impression»

A false impression is a belief or idea that is incorrect, often resulting from a misunderstanding or misinterpretation of something.

After all, creative accounting can produce false impressions of prosperity and hide embarrassing financial problems. (tsinetwork.ca)
Often, talking to friends and family creates false impressions that you might not have even previously considered. (yoshalawfirm.com)
I don't want to have false impressions about people who actually existed, especially when they're in the literary realm. (bookbrowse.com)
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