Simple meaning
What does Wrong mean?
Wrong means not right or not correct.
Dictionary definition
Not correct, true, fair, or right.
Example sentences
Wrong in a sentence
easy
That is the wrong answer.
medium
It is wrong to take a turn from someone else.
hard
A wrong step in the directions can change the result.
Synonyms
Words like Wrong
incorrectUse when an answer or fact is not right.
unfairUse when something is not just or equal.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Wrong word family
Base word
wrong
noun
wrongs
Actions that are not right.
adverb
wrongly
In a wrong way.
adjective
wrongful
Not right or fair.
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Practice 1
Which word is an antonym of wrong?
Right is an opposite when it means correct or fair.
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