B2adjective1K

UK/["/ˌɪnkəˈrekt/"]/US/["/ˌɪnkəˈrekt/"]/

Meaning of Incorrect

In simple words: not right or true

Incorrect in a sentence

  • incorrect information/spelling
  • His version of what happened is incorrect.
  • a factually incorrect statement
  • It's technically incorrect to talk about bats ‘hearing’ things.
  • Many of the figures were incorrect.
  • Your assumptions about my private life are incorrect.

How to use Incorrect

Use 'incorrect' when something is wrong, especially in formal contexts like tests or official documents. Avoid it in casual conversations, where 'wrong' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'in-correct' as being 'in the wrong'.

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Collocations with Incorrect

Synonyms for Incorrect

  • wrong
  • erroneous
  • faulty
  • mistaken
  • inaccurate

Opposites of Incorrect

Common mistakes with Incorrect

  • Confused with 'inaccurate' which is more specific to details.
  • Using 'incorrect' as a verb; it is only an adjective.
  • Saying 'incorrectly' when needing an adjective form.

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Frequently asked questions about Incorrect

What does Incorrect mean?

not right or true

What is the definition of Incorrect?

not accurate or true

How do you use Incorrect in a sentence?

incorrect information/spelling

Can you give another example of Incorrect?

His version of what happened is incorrect.

What are synonyms for Incorrect?

Common alternatives include wrong, erroneous, faulty, mistaken, inaccurate.

What is the opposite of Incorrect?

Opposite meanings include correct, right, true.

What words go with Incorrect?

It commonly pairs with be, prove, consider something, absolutely, completely, entirely, be, prove, consider something, absolutely, completely, entirely.

What are common mistakes when using Incorrect?

Confused with 'inaccurate' which is more specific to details. Using 'incorrect' as a verb; it is only an adjective. Saying 'incorrectly' when needing an adjective form.

How do you pronounce Incorrect?

US: /["/ˌɪnkəˈrekt/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɪnkəˈrekt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Incorrect?

Use 'incorrect' when something is wrong, especially in formal contexts like tests or official documents. Avoid it in casual conversations, where 'wrong' might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Incorrect?

"Incorrect" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.