mistaking Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: M IH0 S T EY1 K IH0 NG
What Does Mistaking Mean?
Mistaking is used as a verb meaning present participle and gerund of mistake. As a noun, it means A mistake.
Quick Facts About Mistaking
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | misunderstanding and misinterpretation |
| Plural | mistakings |
Mistaking Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of mistake.
Mistaking as a Noun
- A mistake.
Verb
- To understand wrongly, taking one thing or person for another.
Don't mistake my kindness for weakness.
- To misunderstand (someone).
- To commit an unintentional error; to do or think something wrong.
- To take or choose wrongly.
Synonyms of Mistaking
Mistaking synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Mistaking
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Mistaking in a Sentence
Don't mistake my kindness for weakness.
Word Forms & Grammar
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mistaking (plural mistakings)
Words That Rhyme With Mistaking
Common Questions About Mistaking
Is mistaking a verb or a noun?
Mistaking is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for mistaking?
Close synonyms of mistaking are misunderstanding and misinterpretation. See the full list of mistaking synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of mistaking?
The plural of mistaking is mistakings.