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mistakenly Synonyms

Another word for mistakenly

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• adverb (Context 1)

In a way that is based on or results from a misunderstanding, wrong judgment, or error; erroneously.

Usage Example

"Many people erroneously believe that antibiotics can cure viral infections like the common cold."

Strongest
erroneously
incorrectly
wrongly
by mistake
Strong
inadvertently
accidentally
unintentionally
falsely
unwittingly
Weak
inaccurate

Opposites of mistakenly

The opposite of mistakenly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

correctly
accurately
rightly
deliberately
intentionally
purposely
on purpose
knowingly
See all opposites of mistakenly

• Nearby Words

mist
mistake
mistaken
mistakenly
mister
mistily
mistime

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mistakenly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mistakenly
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