incorrect

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
  2. adjective not in accord with established usage or procedure
  3. adjective (of a word or expression) not agreeing with grammatical principles

Etymology

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

In classic literature

Synonyms

wrong

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