Definition

In a way that is not right or fair; unjustly.

Example

He was wrongfully accused of a crime he didn't commit.

Conversation

I heard that he was wrongfully accused of cheating on the exam.

Really? That's so unfair!

Yeah, it's sad how people can judge someone wrongfully without knowing the truth.

Exactly! It makes you think about how easily rumors spread.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wrongfully → It is formed from "wrong" (from Old English *wrang*, meaning not right or unjust) and "-fully" (meaning in a manner full of). The word "wrongfully" means in a manner that is unjust or not right.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'not right' ('wrong') and done 'in a manner full of' ('-fully'). This helps you remember that 'wrongfully' means doing something in an unjust way.

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