Incorrect

Definition

Not in accordance with fact; wrong.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌɪnkəˈrɛkt/
• Respelling: in-kuh-REKT (with "in" as in "tin," "kuh" as in "sofa," and "REKT" as in "wrecked")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌɪnkəˈrɛkt/
• Respelling: in-kuh-REKT (with "in" as in "tin," "kuh" as in "sofa," and "REKT" as in "wrecked")

In both dialects, "incorrect" places the primary stress on the third syllable, "REKT." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "in-kuh-REKT."

Etymology

Derived from the prefix "in-" meaning "not" and "correct", from the Latin word "correctus", which means "to make straight or set right".

Derivatives

• Incorrectly (adverb)
• Incorrectness (noun)
• Correction (noun)
• Corrective (adjective)
• Corrector (noun)

Synonyms

• Erroneous
• Wrong
• Mistaken

Antonyms

• Correct
• Right
• Accurate

Usage

"Incorrect" is commonly used to describe answers, statements, or actions that are not true or accurate.

Related Terms

• Error
• Mistake
• Fallacy
• Inaccuracy
• Misconception

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Incorrect (Adjective, General): Not in accordance with fact; wrong.
  • Example: "The information provided was incorrect."

• Incorrect (Adjective, Behavior): Not in accordance with proper standards or etiquette; improper.
  • Example: "His behavior at the meeting was deemed incorrect by his peers."

• Incorrect (Adjective, Computation): Involving a mistake or error in calculation or judgment.
  • Example: "The accountant's incorrect calculation led to significant financial discrepancies."

Note: The term "incorrect" generally denotes a deviation from what is accurate, proper, or accepted as correct. It can pertain to both factual inaccuracies and mistakes in execution or action.