in-correct

in-cor·rect

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in kuh-rekt]
- /ɪn kəˈrɛkt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in kuh-rekt]
- /ɪn kəˈrɛkt/

Definitions of in-correct word

adjective in-correct not correct as to fact; inaccurate; wrong: an incorrect statement. 1
adjective in-correct improper, unbecoming, or inappropriate: incorrect behavior; incorrect attire. 1
adjective in-correct not correct in form, use, or manner: an incorrect copy. 1

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Origin of in-correct

First appearance:

before 1400

One of the 24% oldest English words

1400-50; late Middle English < Latin incorrectus not corrected. See in-3, correct

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Parts of speech for In-correct

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adjective

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adverb

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preposition

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determiner

exclamation

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in-correct popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

Synonyms for in-correct

adj in-correct

inaccurate — not accurate; incorrect or untrue.
inappropriate — not appropriate; not proper or suitable: an inappropriate dress for the occasion.
mistaken — wrongly conceived, held, or done: a mistaken antagonism.
improper — not proper; not strictly belonging, applicable, correct, etc.; erroneous: He drew improper conclusions from the scant evidence.
unsound — not sound; unhealthy, diseased, or disordered, as the body or mind.

All 315 Synonyms of in-correct

Antonyms for in-correct

adj in-correct

valid — sound; just; well-founded: a valid reason.
honest — honorable in principles, intentions, and actions; upright and fair: an honest person.
reliable — that may be relied on or trusted; dependable in achievement, accuracy, honesty, etc.: reliable information.
appropriate — Something that is appropriate is suitable or acceptable for a particular situation.
fitting — adapted or suited; appropriate: This water isn't fit for drinking. A long-necked giraffe is fit for browsing treetops.

All 85 Antonyms of in-correct

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adj in-correct

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adj in-correct

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