misciting

Example:He malcited the author's quote in an attempt to support his argument that the work was overrated.

Definition:To cite in an incorrect or misleading manner; to misquote, pervert, or misconstrue the meaning of a statement or quotation.

Example:The journalist was criticized for misquoting the expert, which significantly altered the expert's intended message.

Definition:To quote someone or something in a manner that changes or distorts their meaning; to quote inaccurately.

Example:Don't quote incorrectly; always ensure that the source matches the exact words of the original text.

Definition:To cite or use a quotation in an inaccurate or false manner.