incorrect

adjective

ˌin-kə-ˈrekt How to pronounce incorrect (audio)
Definition of incorrectnext
1
as in wrong
having an opinion that does not agree with truth or the facts you're incorrect about the date of the final exam—it's next Tuesday, not Wednesday

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2
as in inappropriate
not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation chose the incorrect military uniform for the treaty ceremony

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3
as in erroneous
not being in agreement with what is true an incorrect but not intentionally deceitful statement

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Recent Examples of incorrect Released Parties are also not responsible for any incorrect or inaccurate information, whether caused by site users, tampering, hacking, or by any equipment or programming associated with or utilized in the Giveaway. — AJC.com, 30 June 2026 The puzzle, however, rewards incorrect answers, such as 2 + 2 = 5. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 30 June 2026 Simple issues—such as unwashed hands, test strip problems, or incorrect meter use—can sometimes lead to inaccurate results. — Karen Berger, Verywell Health, 30 June 2026 An employee at one of the retailers found that an incorrect label containing the ingredients statement was applied to the back of the product. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for incorrect
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incorrect
  1. wrong
  2. inappropriate
  3. erroneous
  4. mistaken
  5. improper
  6. inaccurate
  7. unsuitable
  8. unhappy
Adjective
  • Under rules brought in for the World Cup, the reviewable decisions and incidents now include mistaken identity when the referee shows a yellow or red card but clearly penalises the wrong player of either team.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • Even when Romanzy goes off on how stupid and ugly Caleb is — and gossips that his parents abandoned him because something must be wrong with him — Mary goes along with it.
    — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 11 July 2026
Definition of wrong
Adjective
  • In some countries, such as Japan, tipping can even be viewed as awkward, inappropriate, and unnecessary as patrons eat, pay the bill, and simply leave.
    — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Some commenters felt the post was cringeworthy and inappropriate.
    — Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 5 July 2026
Definition of inappropriate
Adjective
  • In addition, the trial judge gave the jury erroneous instructions, the appeals court ruled.
    — David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • But such fine evidence of the erroneous human touch in the publishing process is, of course, cherished by collectors of this day.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of erroneous
Adjective
  • The legs of these capri pants are so wide that you may be mistaken for wearing a skirt, while the timeless stripe pattern creates a flattering, elongating effect.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
  • Often, though, mistaken mindsets and pervasive myths get in the way of your ability to deliver a powerful presentation.
    — William Arruda, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of mistaken
Adjective
  • Also requested were documents related to a lawsuit, recently settled for $135,000, claiming Kramer had given an improper assessment of a property and retaliated against an employee who complained.
    — Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
  • Thus, the LLCs asserting objections to the alter ego findings as to the trusts were improper.
    — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of improper
Adjective
  • The ruling said Durnell’s claim would require a warning that the EPA did not require – but information counter to EPA’s conclusions is by definition inaccurate.
    — Sarah J. Morath, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
  • They’re also designed to be agreeable and can reinforce a user’s beliefs, even if those beliefs are inaccurate.
    — Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of inaccurate
Adjective
  • Drivers should avoid off-road detours or unpaved shortcuts suggested by map apps, as those routes can be dangerous and unsuitable for passenger and commercial vehicles, state officials said.
    — Katie Langford, Denver Post, 4 July 2026
  • The dogs were found to be living in unsuitable conditions, while the puppies were suffering from malnutrition, and a number of the dogs had additional medical conditions as well.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026
Definition of unsuitable
Adjective
  • Last year, researchers at Harvard University and Baylor University discovered that, on average, young adults aged between 18 to 29 are deeply unhappy.
    — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 9 July 2026
  • Licensed cannabis operators in states that have legalized marijuana tend to support the ban—they’re unhappy that hemp intoxicants face far less regulation and taxation than their products.
    — Peter Su, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of unhappy

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