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mistaken

/mɪˈsteɪkn̩/ adjective B2
  1. Erroneous. · A mistaken sense of loyalty.
  2. Having an incorrect belief. · I think you must be (very) much mistaken.· He admitted he was mistaken about the budget numbers.
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Miss Bingley is to live with her brother, and keep his house; and I am much mistaken if we shall not find a very charming neighbour in her.”
Pride and Prejudice, p. 14 · B2
“Indeed, mamma, you are mistaken,” said Elizabeth, blushing for her mother.
Pride and Prejudice, p. 47 · B2
“You are mistaken.
Pride and Prejudice, p. 51 · B2
I would advise you, before you determine on it, to consult the wishes of the present party; I am much mistaken if there are not some among us to whom a ball would be rather a punishment than a pleasure.”
Pride and Prejudice, p. 60 · B2

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