Synonyms for wrongful

Synonyms for (adj) wrongful

Synonyms: wrongful

Definition: not just or fair

Usage: a wrongful act; a wrongful charge

Similar words: unjust

Definition: violating principles of justice

Usage: unjust punishment; an unjust judge; an unjust accusation


Synonyms: wrongful

Definition: unlawfully violating the rights of others

Usage: wrongful death; a wrongful diversion of trust income

Similar words: unlawful

Definition: contrary to or prohibited by or defiant of law

Usage: unlawful measures; unlawful money; unlawful hunters


Synonyms: unlawful, wrongful

Definition: having no legally established claim

Usage: the wrongful heir to the throne

Similar words: illegitimate

Definition: of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful


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