/ ˌmɪskənˈsepʃn; NAmE / noun
[ C , U ] misconception (about sth) a belief or an idea that is not based on correct information, or that is not understood by people :
frequently held misconceptions about the disease
a popular misconception (= one that a lot of people have)
Let me deal with some common misconceptions .
views based on misconception and prejudice
—compare preconception