Synonyms for wrong

Other words for “wrong”, grouped by meaning.

We found 26 synonyms for “wrong”. The most common are wrongfulness, legal injury, damage, incorrect, erroneous.

noun that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law

Synonymswrongfulness
Oppositesright

noun any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right

verb treat unjustly; do wrong to

Oppositesright

adjective not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

Synonymsincorrect
Oppositesright

adjective contrary to conscience or morality or law

Oppositesright

adjective not appropriate for a purpose or occasion

Synonymsimproper

adjective not functioning properly

adjective based on or acting or judging in error

Oppositesright

adjective not in accord with established usage or procedure

Synonymsincorrect
Similarimproper

adjective used of the side of cloth or clothing intended to face inward

Similarinside

adjective badly timed

adjective characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules

Similarinaccurate

adverb in an inaccurate manner

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University