.WORDS disinformation and misinformation are typically used reciprocally. Yet there is a refined difference in their meaning. Disinformation is when false relevant information is actually dispersed with the intent to trick, usually as portion of a co-ordinated campaign. False information is actually when inaccurate info is actually by accident spread, as an example by repeating a rumour to a pal or reposting an unconfirmed case on a social-media system.