as in incorrect
having an opinion that does not agree with truth or the facts
meat loaf is on the cafeteria's menu today, if I'm not mistaken
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as in misunderstood
to fail to understand the true or actual meaning of
the auctioneer mistook my nod for a bid, and I ended up buying a painting I don't even like
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2
as in underestimated
to make an incorrect judgment regarding
you seriously mistake me if you think I scare so easily
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as in confused
to fail to differentiate (a thing) from something similar or related
she mistook physical attraction for love
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Recent Examples of mistaken
The New Yorker, New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2025
Governor Pritzker has called for investigations into federal enforcement practices, including reports of excessive force and mistaken detentions of American citizens.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
One shopper noted that the expensive-looking tree was even mistaken for a Balsam Hill style by their dad.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
Several mental health conditions can be mistaken for autism.
—Laura Dorwart, Health, 29 Sep. 2025
Barrage of harassment started with mistaken identity Rehberg's case is part of a broader trend in Wisconsin and across the country of social media campaigns calling for workers accused of celebrating Kirk's death to be fired.
—Mary Spicuzza, jsonline.com, 25 Sep. 2025
It was first noticed in the early 2000s and was mistaken for a lion’s mane jellyfish, according to marine life experts.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
But you’d be mistaken to suggest Massachusetts’s capital has left the past behind.
—Kori Perten, AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Unfortunately, a mistaken premise generates a wrong conclusion each and every time.
—Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2025
Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025
Stroke symptoms, risk factors in young adults Certain symptoms of stroke in young people like nausea, dizziness or tiredness are often dismissed or mistaken for migraines or stress, Shapiro said, which can delay critical treatment.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
From 1923 to 1940, Martinů lived in Paris, and turned out enough up-to-the-minute works—about soccer, silent-movie shoots, transatlantic flights—that he could have been mistaken for a seventh member of Les Six.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
But Angelenos might have mistaken it for basic pogo-ing.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025
His tone shouldn’t be mistaken for apathy.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
Shivji also said that the shark in question could have been mistaken for another species.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
This isn't the first time that Hudson has been mistaken for wearing one of her beau's winning rings.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
And, if anyone thinks his focus in December will be solely on the new team event, they'd be mistaken.
—Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
From the outside, the Harris County Jail might be mistaken for a high-end condo, with walls of windows that overlook the bayou in downtown Houston.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2025
Governor Pritzker has called for investigations into federal enforcement practices, including reports of excessive force and mistaken detentions of American citizens.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
One shopper noted that the expensive-looking tree was even mistaken for a Balsam Hill style by their dad.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
Several mental health conditions can be mistaken for autism.
—Laura Dorwart, Health, 29 Sep. 2025
Barrage of harassment started with mistaken identity Rehberg's case is part of a broader trend in Wisconsin and across the country of social media campaigns calling for workers accused of celebrating Kirk's death to be fired.
—Mary Spicuzza, jsonline.com, 25 Sep. 2025
It was first noticed in the early 2000s and was mistaken for a lion’s mane jellyfish, according to marine life experts.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2025
But you’d be mistaken to suggest Massachusetts’s capital has left the past behind.
—Kori Perten, AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Unfortunately, a mistaken premise generates a wrong conclusion each and every time.
—Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
However, the enamel coating shouldn’t be mistaken for a nonstick coating.
—Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025
Stroke symptoms, risk factors in young adults Certain symptoms of stroke in young people like nausea, dizziness or tiredness are often dismissed or mistaken for migraines or stress, Shapiro said, which can delay critical treatment.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
From 1923 to 1940, Martinů lived in Paris, and turned out enough up-to-the-minute works—about soccer, silent-movie shoots, transatlantic flights—that he could have been mistaken for a seventh member of Les Six.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
But Angelenos might have mistaken it for basic pogo-ing.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025
His tone shouldn’t be mistaken for apathy.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
Shivji also said that the shark in question could have been mistaken for another species.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
This isn't the first time that Hudson has been mistaken for wearing one of her beau's winning rings.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
And, if anyone thinks his focus in December will be solely on the new team event, they'd be mistaken.
—Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mistaken
Adjective
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Boxer, a co-editor of the new book The Future of Youth Violence Prevention, insists that the larger premise of youth violence increasing is incorrect, as a variety of indicators indicate the overall problem in aggregate is on a steady decline over the last several years.—
John Scott Lewinski,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Oct. 2025
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The letter said the school district restructured its bonds, similar to refinancing a mortgage, and stated the city’s figure of $14 million in state funds was incorrect.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Many patients are surprised to learn that watery eyes can actually be a sign of dryness, a common but frequently misunderstood symptom.—
Team Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
6 Oct. 2025
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Germany's Bild newspaper reported on Saturday that Witkoff had misunderstood Russia's position on a ceasefire deal, taking Putin's demands for Ukraine to withdraw from Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson as an offer for Moscow to pull troops from the two regions.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The power of Medicube's Zero Pore Pads can't be underestimated.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
9 Oct. 2025
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Four points in their opening two Champions League fixtures is also not to be underestimated, even if their 2-2 draw with Bodo/Glimt fell below expectations.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Lethargic and confused in their play.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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Oxygen bleach soaks—Oxygen bleach (not to be confused with chlorine bleach) is a gentle yet powerful whitening agent.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There’s something wrong with them right away.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Mike McDaniel said Wright did nothing wrong, but Miami needed more bodies on defense and special teams.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Instead, multiple Chiefs missed a chance at a pick, and the Jaguars scored a touchdown after given the unlikely reprieve.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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However, Brodin and Spurgeon have missed 52 and 82 games respectively over the last two years because of various injuries.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The team member, who was responsible for the safe conduct of releasing car 16, misjudged the situation and gave unclear instructions to LEC, who could not see NOR’s car.—
Lydia Mee,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Williams surrendered two runs, though the first wasn’t really his fault, as Martínez misjudged a ball in center field, resulting in a double.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Mistaken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mistaken. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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