taken for

The phrase “taken for” has 3 syllables: tak-en for.

It's pronounced as /tˈeɪkən fɔr/.


What is synonym and antonym for taken for?

In the thesaurus, “taken for” has 3 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for taken for along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for taken for

  • considered
  • counted
  • regarded

Example Sentences

  • She was taken for a tourist because of her camera and map.
  • His quiet demeanor was often taken for shyness, but he was actually quite confident.
  • The fake painting was taken for an original until experts examined it closely.
  • His kindness was sometimes taken for weakness, but he proved them wrong when necessary.
  • The old book was taken for trash until someone realized its true value.

On this page you'll find 3 synonyms or another words to taken for, such as: considered, counted, regarded.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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