incorrect

/ˌɪn.kəˈɹɛkt/

UK: /ˌɪn.kəˈɹɛkt/

ɪn · KƏɹƐKT (2 syllables)

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Definition

Not correct; erroneous or wrong.

Etymology

From Middle French incorrect. By surface analysis, in- + correct.

Example Sentences

  • "He gave an incorrect answer to a simple question."
  • "The computer crashed due to incorrect programming."
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