mistaking

[mɪˈsteɪkɪŋ]

mistaking Definition

• 1. to understand or perceive something incorrectly
• 2. to identify someone or something wrongly

Using mistaking: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mistaking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I mistook her for her sister.

• Example

  He mistook my silence for agreement.

• Example

  Don't mistake his kindness for weakness.

• Example

  I'm sorry, I mistook your meaning.

mistaking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mistaking

• misunderstanding
• misinterpreting
• misjudging
• confusing
• mixing up

Phrases with mistaking

• mistake someone/something for

  to wrongly identify someone or something as another person or thing

  Example

  I mistook her for her sister.

• mistake someone/something as

  to wrongly identify someone or something as another person or thing

  Example

  He mistook my silence for agreement.

• make no mistake

  used to emphasize that something is definitely true or will definitely happen

  Example

  Make no mistake, this is a serious situation.

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Summary: mistaking in Brief

The verb 'mistaking' [mɪˈsteɪkɪŋ] means to understand or perceive something incorrectly, or to identify someone or something wrongly. It is often used in phrases like 'mistake someone/something for' and 'make no mistake.' Examples include 'I mistook her for her sister' and 'Don't mistake his kindness for weakness.' Synonyms include 'misunderstanding,' 'misinterpreting,' and 'misjudging.'