distortion
nounA change that misrepresents or alters the true shape, meaning, or proportion of something.
Misrepresentation of meaning
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nounA refractive error in which the shape of the cornea or eye lens causes light to focus unevenly, potentially blurring or distorting vision.
caricature
nounA portrayal that exaggerates selected traits, often for humor or criticism.
A false or misleading account of facts, views, or events.
travesty
nounA badly distorted or absurd imitation of something worthy.
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