wrong
adjective
not in accordance with what is morally right or good.
Example Sentences
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Bryant said he hoped the work would help "right some wrongs" that affected not just eel numbers but also salmon and trout in rivers.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
But Ryerse, 51, and others in the Democratic Christian pushback say they are ready to right wrongs.
From Barron's ● Jul. 12, 2026
Time will tell whether this proves to be helpful for the vindication of wrongs from years ago and creation of stable relations in years to come.
From Slate ● Jul. 1, 2026
Often no real wrongs are committed in the first place, but companies settle to avoid a very low probability of extremely large damages.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 29, 2026
She told him her wrongs and as always he was ready to do her bidding.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
