erroneous

Definition

Containing an error; inaccurate.

Etymology

From late Middle English erroneous, from Middle French erroneux, from Latin erroneus.

Example Sentences

• "His answer to the sum was erroneous."
• "An erroneous early Fox News report about the New Orleans terror attack is warping the political dialogue in the aftermath of the deadly rampage."
• "His conclusion was erroneous, since it was based on a false assumption."

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