Synonyms: incorrect, wrong, faulty
Definition: characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules
Usage: he submitted a faulty report; an incorrect transcription; the wrong side of the road
Similar words: inaccurate
Definition: not exact
Usage: an inaccurate translation; the thermometer is inaccurate
Definition: not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
Usage: an incorrect calculation; the report in the paper is wrong; your information is wrong; the clock showed the wrong time; found themselves on the wrong road; based on the wrong assumptions
Similar words: erroneous
Definition: containing or characterized by error
Usage: erroneous conclusions
Similar words: fallacious
Definition: based on an incorrect or misleading notion or information
Usage: fallacious hope
Similar words: false, mistaken
Definition: arising from error
Usage: a false assumption; a mistaken view of the situation
Synonyms: incorrect
Definition: (of a word or expression) not agreeing with grammatical principles
Similar words: ungrammatical, ill-formed
Definition: not grammatical; not conforming to the rules of grammar or accepted usage
Definition: not in accord with established usage or procedure
Usage: the wrong medicine; the wrong way to shuck clams; it is incorrect for a policeman to accept gifts
Similar words: improper
Definition: not suitable or right or appropriate
Usage: slightly improper to dine alone with a married man; improper medication; improper attire for the golf course