incorrect
Translation
incorrect, wrong, inaccurate, unsuitable
Examples
Your answer to question five is incorrect.
Your answer to question five is incorrect.
He used an incorrect tool for the job.
He used an incorrect tool for the job.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is incorrect (sth.) is not right Your answer is incorrect.
an incorrect ((noun)) a wrong (noun) He gave an incorrect address.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wrong, inaccurate, false; Antonyms: correct, right, accurate
Etymology
From 'in-' (not) + 'correct'. Literally 'not correct'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'in-' often means 'not'. So, 'in-correct' is simply 'not correct'.