Meaning of the word mistakenly in English

What does mistakenly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mistakenly

US /mɪˈsteɪ.kən.li/
UK /mɪˈsteɪ.kən.li/
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Adverb

1.

in a way that is based on a wrong belief or is not correct

Example:
I mistakenly thought the meeting was tomorrow.
He mistakenly picked up the wrong bag at the airport.
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