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Meaning of mistaken
The primary meaning of the word "mistaken" is being incorrect or wrong in one's opinion or judgment.
Etymology of mistaken
The word "mistaken" has its roots in the Old English and Old Norse words "mistacan" and "mistaka" respectively, meaning to take in error or misunderstand, with the prefix "mis-" indicating wrong or false, and "taken" from the Old English word "tacan", meaning to take.
Synonyms
erroneous
incorrect
wrong
false
inaccurate
misguided
misinformed
deceived
deluded
misled
confused
baffled
perplexed
mistaken
awry
amiss
faulty
flawed
imperfect
defective
fallacious
specious
spurious
erroneous
misguided
misdirected
misinterpreted
misconstrued
misjudged
miscalculated
misapprehended
Definitions
- Incorrect or wrong in one's opinion or judgment
- * Incorrectly believed or interpreted
- * Based on or resulting from a mistaken opinion or judgment
Usage Examples
- The tourist was mistaken about the directions and ended up lost in the city.
- * She was mistaken in her assumption that the store was open on Sundays.
- * The doctor realized that the initial diagnosis was mistaken and ordered further tests.
Antonyms
correct
right
accurate
true
precise
exact
flawless
perfect
impeccable
faultless
infallible
unmistaken
undeniable
indisputable
unquestionable
unerring
reliable
trustworthy
authentic
genuine
valid
sound
reasonable
logical
rational
justifiable