Mistakenly

/mɪˈsteɪkənli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
In a way that is incorrect or based on a misunderstanding.
She mistakenly thought the meeting was at 10 AM instead of 2 PM.
In error or by mistake; wrongfully.
He mistakenly assumed that the store would be open on Sundays.
By mistake; unintentionally.
They mistakenly sent the package to the wrong address.
Based on a false belief or misunderstanding.
The scientist mistakenly concluded that the experiment was a failure.
Erroneously; in a way that involves error.
The user mistakenly deleted important files from their computer.

Etymology

Mistakenly comes from the word 'mistaken', which is derived from the Old English 'mistacan' meaning 'to take in error'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mistakenly identified
wrongly thought to be someone or something else
mistakenly assume
to wrongly believe something without proof
mistakenly think
to incorrectly believe or suppose something
mistakenly address
to address someone incorrectly
mistakenly believe
to hold a belief that is not true

Related Words

mistake
an error or fault resulting from defective judgment, deficient knowledge, or carelessness.
misunderstanding
failure to understand something correctly.
confusion
the inability to think clearly or understand something.
error
a mistake.
misjudgment
an incorrect judgment.

Slang Meanings

my bad
I thought it was next week, my bad!
oops
Oops, I accidentally sent it to the wrong chat!
whoops
Whoops, I didn't mean to call you at that hour.
my mistake
My mistake! I should have checked first.