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Wrongness: meaning, definitions and examples

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wrongness

 

[ ˈrɒŋnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feeling

The quality or state of being wrong; incorrectness.

Synonyms

inaccuracy, incorrectness.

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Word Description / Examples
wrongness

Use 'wrongness' when referring to a general state or condition of being wrong or not correct, especially in a moral or ethical sense.

  • The wrongness of his actions was evident to everyone.
  • She couldn't shake off the feeling of wrongness about the decision.
incorrectness

Use 'incorrectness' to describe something that is not correct. This word can be used in both informal and formal contexts, covering a wide range of subjects from facts to behaviors.

  • He pointed out the incorrectness of my grammar.
  • The incorrectness of the statement was quickly noticed by the audience.
inaccuracy

Use 'inaccuracy' when talking about data, information, or details that are not correct. It's often used in technical, scientific, or formal contexts.

  • The report was filled with inaccuracies that needed to be corrected.
  • The inaccuracy of the measurement was a significant issue for the experiment.

Examples of usage

  • It was hard to ignore the wrongness of his statement.
  • She couldn't shake the feeling of wrongness in the situation.
Context #2 | Noun

moral

The state or quality of being morally wrong or evil.

Synonyms

evil, immorality.

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wrongness

Used to define a general state of being incorrect or not in alignment with truth or standards.

  • The wrongness of the data was quickly identified by the researchers.
  • He apologized for the wrongness of his previous remarks.
evil

Refers to something profoundly immoral and malevolent, often used in a moral or religious context. This word has a very strong negative connotation.

  • The story depicted the struggle between good and evil.
  • He believed that the actions of the dictator were pure evil.
immorality

Describes behavior or acts that go against the accepted moral principles. It is often used in a social or ethical context to condemn certain actions.

  • The book discussed the immorality of cheating in a relationship.
  • Many were shocked by the immorality of his decisions.

Examples of usage

  • There was a sense of wrongness in his actions.
  • The wrongness of the decision haunted her.
Context #3 | Noun

visual

The degree to which something is visually or aesthetically incorrect or off.

Synonyms

discrepancy, incorrectness.

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Word Description / Examples
wrongness

Indicates a general state of being wrong or incorrect. It can be used in various contexts where there is a deviation from what is right or true.

  • The wrongness of his actions was evident to everyone
  • She struggled with the wrongness she felt in the situation
incorrectness

Refers to the state of being incorrect or inaccurate. Often used in more formal or academic contexts, such as in evaluations or reports.

  • The incorrectness of the data was confirmed by multiple sources
  • His essay was marked down due to the incorrectness of several points
discrepancy

Used when there is a notable difference between two or more things that should match. Often used in formal or technical contexts, such as in business or research.

  • There was a discrepancy between the company's reported earnings and its actual revenue
  • The investigator found a discrepancy in the witness's statements

Examples of usage

  • The wrongness of the color combination was immediately apparent.
  • There was a sense of wrongness in the symmetry of the design.

Translations

Translations of the word "wrongness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incorreção

🇮🇳 गलती

🇩🇪 Unrichtigkeit

🇮🇩 kesalahan

🇺🇦 неправильність

🇵🇱 niepoprawność

🇯🇵 間違い

🇫🇷 incorrectitude

🇪🇸 incorrección

🇹🇷 yanlışlık

🇰🇷 잘못

🇸🇦 خطأ

🇨🇿 nesprávnost

🇸🇰 nesprávnosť

🇨🇳 错误

🇸🇮 nepravilnost

🇮🇸 rangt

🇰🇿 қате

🇬🇪 შეცდომა

🇦🇿 səhvlik

🇲🇽 incorrección

Etymology

The word 'wrongness' dates back to the early 19th century, derived from the Middle English word 'wrong' meaning 'immoral or unjust'. The suffix '-ness' is used to form abstract nouns expressing state or condition. Over time, 'wrongness' has evolved to encompass various contexts, from factual inaccuracies to moral evils and visual discrepancies.

See also: wrongdoer, wrongdoing, wrongdoings, wronged, wrongfully, wrongly.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,465 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.