There are multiple synonyms for the phrase "take something amiss", each with a slightly different connotation. To "misunderstand" implies that the individual simply did not understand something correctly, while to "take offense" implies that the individual feels personally attacked or insulted. "Misinterpret" suggests that the individual may have read a situation or message incorrectly, and "mistake" is a more general term, indicating any kind of error or misunderstanding. "Take something the wrong way" is a commonly used phrase that conveys a similar meaning to "take something amiss," indicating that the individual has interpreted something in a negative or incorrect manner.