Word of the Week- Construe

Word: Construe

Function: verb

Definition: 

1:  to analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part)

"Stephen Colbert construes his satire in such a poignant manner to where you aren’t sure if he’s really joking or telling the truth."

2: to understand or explain the sense or intention of usually in a particular way or with respect to a given set of circumstances

"Don’t misconstrue my intentions; I’m actually here to help you."

Etymology: circa ~mid 14^th century from L.L. construere meaning “to relate grammatically” also classic Latin “to pile together”