Such a way of thinking and speaking misconceives the nature and significance of the first Pentecost, which had a transient element in it, but in essence was permanent.
"Expositions of Holy Scripture: Romans Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V)"
Alexander Maclaren
He misconceives his interest who violates his promise.
"The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets"
Richard B. Westbrook
He should redeem it from the enthusiasm which misconceives, and from the ignorance or malignity which misrepresents it.
"Coelebs In Search of a Wife"
Hannah More