What is another word for mistaken?

Common synonyms for mistaken include misguided, err, false, mistake, slip.

What is the opposite of mistaken?

Antonyms of mistaken include correct, right, accurate, true, valid.

Synonyms for

Mistaken

Adjective / mɪˈsteɪkʌn / Another word for mistaken — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wrong in one's opinion or judgment.

Synonyms & similar words

misguided err false mistake slip misidentify wrong erroneous incorrect inaccurate faulty fallacious flawed misguided misinterpreted misunderstood confused miscalculated deluded deceived fooled duped misled tricked beguiled bamboozled

Synonyms by register

Formal

erroneous incorrect fallacious inaccurate

Informal

wrong off mixed up out of line

Literary

astray misguided deluded

Antonyms

correct right accurate true valid certain sure

Common collocations

mistaken identity
mistaken belief
mistaken impression
mistakenly assume
deeply mistaken
thoroughly mistaken
plainly mistaken

Word family

noun mistake

verb mistake

adverb mistakenly

Usage note

Often used to describe a belief, assumption, or identity that is incorrect. 'Mistaken' is generally less strong than 'wrong' and implies an unintentional error.

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