incorrect
adjective/ɪnkəˈrɛkt/
Frequency rank: #4,552 most common English word
Meaning
Not correct; containing an error or mistake.
Example sentence
The student's answer on the test was incorrect and cost two points.
Synonyms & related words
- wrong
- inaccurate
- mistaken
- false
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