Definition

In a way that is wrong or incorrect.

Example

She erroneously believed that the meeting was at 10 AM instead of 2 PM.

Conversation

I think I erroneously sent the email to the wrong person.

Oh no! That could be awkward if they reply.

Yeah, I realized it right after hitting send.

Just follow up with a correction; it happens to everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Erroneously → It is formed from "erroneous" (from Latin "erroneus", meaning wandering or straying) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "erroneously" means in a manner that is straying from the truth or correctness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'erroneous' meaning straying from the truth, and remember that 'erroneously' means doing something in a way that is incorrect.

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