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Meaning of incorrectly
The primary meaning of the word "incorrectly" is to do something in a way that is not right or accurate.
Etymology of incorrectly
The word "incorrectly" has its roots in the Latin words "in" meaning not, and "correctus" meaning corrected, with the suffix "-ly" added to form an adverb.
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something that is not in accordance with fact or truth.
Synonyms
improperly
wrongly
incorrectly
inadequately
insufficiently
mistakenly
inaccurately
fallaciously
falsely
erratically
wrongly
undesirably
unacceptably
inadequately
imperfectly
defectively
faultily
inaccurately
mistakenly
misguidedly
misguidedly
poorly
badly
inadequately
insufficiently
defectively
fallibly
erringly
wrongly
improperly
unreasonably
illogically
incorrectly
misguidedly
misguidedly
ill-advisedly
unwisely
imprudently
inappropriately
inaptly
ineptly
incompetently
ineffectively
inefficiently
unproductively
unprofitably
unrealistically
optimistically
naively
foolishly
absurdly
nonsensically
preposterously
ridiculously
laughably
ludicrously
farcically
comically
tragically
unfortunately
regrettably
disappointingly
sorrowfully
grievously
painfully
bitterly
woefully
miserably
wretchedly
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "incorrectly" is defined as in a manner that is not correct, or not in accordance with fact or truth.
- * It can also be defined as doing something in a way that is not accurate or precise.
Usage Examples
- The student answered the question incorrectly, resulting in a lower grade.
- * The company's financial reports were prepared incorrectly, leading to an investigation.
- * The tourist got lost because she read the map incorrectly.
Antonyms
correctly
accurately
precisely
rightly
properly
appropriately
aptly
suitably
fittingly
justly
fairly
reasonably
logically
sensibly
wisely
prudently
competently
effectively
efficiently
productively
profitably
realistically
practically
safely
soundly
validly
legitimately
lawfully
legally
rightfully
justifiably
deservedly
properly
moderately
temperately
sensibly
discreetly
tactfully
diplomatically
wisely
shrewdly
astutely
discerningly
perceptively
intuitively