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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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
Rebecca Coffey, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Hollywood’s hottest accessory If AD cover star Emma Roberts wasn’t already publicly recognized as an actor, she would probably be mistaken as a book influencer with all the work she’s put into Belletrist.
—Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
The letter is important from a policy standpoint, though is unlikely to impact the settlement and shouldn’t be mistaken as a blueprint or vehicle for creating a union.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
That’s not to say the CDC’s analyses were mistaken.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2024
In dynamic areas such as science and medicine, moderation should be transparent because fact-checkers have mistaken legitimate minority opinion and insightful dissent for misinformation.
—F.d. Flam, The Mercury News, 17 Oct. 2024
By contrast, these fuller cut suits are fashioned from fabric that move with the wearer and aren’t, critically, to be mistaken with the stiff, broad- shouldered and too-large suits that men often reach for in an attempt to avoid a skinny suit fate.
—Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The family also told reporters Paris has a nerve condition called MG, or Myasthenia Gravis, and that the symptoms can sometimes be mistaken for intoxication.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN, 30 Sep. 2024
Verb
In her prose, unproven assumptions mistaken for knowledge seem like the quicksand in old cowboy movies.
—Rebecca Coffey, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Hollywood’s hottest accessory If AD cover star Emma Roberts wasn’t already publicly recognized as an actor, she would probably be mistaken as a book influencer with all the work she’s put into Belletrist.
—Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
The letter is important from a policy standpoint, though is unlikely to impact the settlement and shouldn’t be mistaken as a blueprint or vehicle for creating a union.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
That’s not to say the CDC’s analyses were mistaken.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2024
In dynamic areas such as science and medicine, moderation should be transparent because fact-checkers have mistaken legitimate minority opinion and insightful dissent for misinformation.
—F.d. Flam, The Mercury News, 17 Oct. 2024
By contrast, these fuller cut suits are fashioned from fabric that move with the wearer and aren’t, critically, to be mistaken with the stiff, broad- shouldered and too-large suits that men often reach for in an attempt to avoid a skinny suit fate.
—Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The family also told reporters Paris has a nerve condition called MG, or Myasthenia Gravis, and that the symptoms can sometimes be mistaken for intoxication.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mistaken
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Common issues include invoices being addressed to the wrong legal entity, missing postal addresses, incorrect purchase order numbers, or errors in the tax treatment of transactions.Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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This metro has historically had one of the more stable housing markets in the country, and despite some incorrect predictions of a major cooling, it's remained that way.Nick Halter, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
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As the world faces increasingly extreme weather, research is finding that heat waves are being underestimated in some parts of the world.Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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After years of being maligned and underestimated — though never by his managers or his fellow professionals — the accolades were coming in abundance.Oliver Kay, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Many people get confused by these forms which contain code and jargon that rarely offer a clear explanation of anything.Steve Weisman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Not to be confused with DEI training, skill building is a way to help people improve their communication skills, negotiation style and overall understanding of relevant topics, all while leveling up professionally.Doug Melville, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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In the second column, list what feels wrong about the feedback.Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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And two, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with Chandler’s A-to-Z bookends!Bob Sassone, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
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But this marks the second consecutive year that Trent Williams has missed multiple games due to injury.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Buehler missed the 2023 season after undergoing a second Tommy John surgery.Dan Freedman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Mistaken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mistaken. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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