wrong
Translation
wrong, incorrect, mistaken, unsuitable
Examples
That is the wrong answer.
That is the wrong answer.
Something is wrong with my phone.
Something is wrong with my phone.
It is wrong to steal.
It is wrong to steal.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) not correct That is the wrong answer.
((adjective)) ((with sth.)) having a problem Something is wrong with my phone.
((adjective)) ((to-inf)) morally bad It is wrong to steal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: incorrect, mistaken, false; Antonyms: right, correct, true
Etymology
From Old Norse 'rangr', meaning 'crooked, unjust'. The 'w' is silent.
Memory Tips
Imagine something twisted or 'wrung' out of its correct shape. It's the direct opposite of 'right'.