wrongful

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective having no legally established claim
  2. adjective unlawfully violating the rights of others
  3. adjective not just or fair

Etymology

From Middle English wrongful, equivalent to wrong + -ful.

In classic literature

Synonyms

unlawful

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