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Error

noun

An error is a mistake.

5 letters 2 syllables

What does Error mean?

An error is a mistake.

Dictionary definition

A mistake in thinking, writing, measuring, or doing something.

Example sentences

Error in a sentence

easy

There is an error in this equation.

medium

She fixed the error before submitting.

hard

Checking work helps catch errors early.

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What is an error?

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Error

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Synonyms

Words like Error

mistakeUse for something done incorrectly.
faultUse for an error in method or result.
Antonyms

Opposite words

accuracyUse when no error is present.
correctnessUse when work is right.
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Word family

Error word family

Base word

error

adjective

erroneous

Containing errors.

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