incorrect
Americanadjective
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not correct as to fact; inaccurate; wrong.
an incorrect statement.
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improper, unbecoming, or inappropriate.
incorrect behavior; incorrect attire.
- Synonyms:
- unsuitable
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not correct in form, use, or manner.
an incorrect copy.
- Synonyms:
- faulty
adjective
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false; wrong
an incorrect calculation
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not fitting or proper
incorrect behaviour
Other Word Forms
- incorrectly adverb
- incorrectness noun
Etymology
Origin of incorrect
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Latin incorrectus “not corrected”; equivalent to in- 3 + correct
Example Sentences
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The firm said rumours suggesting her death was the result of a criminal act or connected to her nationality were "incorrect and unfounded".
From Barron's
Alas, when I go shopping, his theory feels incorrect.
The researcher has long viewed the EvoScript as outdated and exaggerated if not completely incorrect.
From Los Angeles Times
In reaction, Southern Section spokesman Thom Simmons said, “No system is perfect whether human or computer. Some will always believe their placement incorrect. I would simply point to the data showing competitive equity placement works.”
From Los Angeles Times
Novo Nordisk referenced the FDA's concerns in its lawsuit announcement on Monday, saying Hims & Hers' compounded drugs "may contain dangerous impurities or incorrect amounts of active ingredients, which can result in life-threatening immune responses".
From BBC
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