Definition

The state or quality of being incorrect or mistaken; a fault or error.

Example

The wrongness of his actions was clear to everyone around him.

Conversation

I can't believe I made that mistake on the test.

It happens to everyone; we all face a bit of wrongness now and then.

Yeah, but it still feels frustrating when I know I could have done better.

Just learn from it and move on; that's the best way to deal with wrongness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wrongness → It is formed from "wrong" (from Old English *wrang*, meaning not right or incorrect) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "wrongness" refers to the state of being wrong or incorrect.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'wrong' to remember that 'wrongness' means the state of being incorrect.

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