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WRONGS

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Definitions

There are 13 meanings of the word Wrongs.

How to pronounce wrongs:

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Wrongs - as an adjective

Not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

Example: "An incorrect calculation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incorrect13
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
right9

Contrary to conscience or morality or law

Example: "It is wrong for the rich to take advantage of the poor"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
right9

Based on or acting or judging in error

Example: "It is wrong to think that way"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
right9

Wrongs - as a noun

That which is contrary to the principles of justice or law

Example: "He feels that you are in the wrong"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wrongfulness19
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
right9

Any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
damage10legal injury

Wrongs - as an adverb

In an incorrect manner

Example: "He decided to reveal the details only after other sources had reported them incorrectly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incorrectly18wrongly14

Wrongs - as an adjective satellite

Not appropriate for a purpose or occasion

Example: "Said all the wrong things"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
improper14

Not functioning properly

Example: "Something is amiss"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amiss7awry10haywire16

Not in accord with established usage or procedure

Example: "The wrong medicine"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incorrect13

Used of the side of cloth or clothing intended to face inward

Example: "Socks worn wrong side out"

Badly timed

Example: "An ill-timed intervention"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ill-timedunseasonable14untimely13

Characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules

Example: "He submitted a faulty report"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
faulty12incorrect13

Wrongs - as a verb

Treat unjustly; do wrong to

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
do byhandle10treat5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
right9

Example Sentences

"He is trying to right the wrongs he has done in the past."
"She believes in seeking justice for the wrongs committed against her."
"The company acknowledged their past wrongs and made efforts to make amends."
"The documentary shed light on the social wrongs prevalent in our society."
"He wants to dedicate his life to fighting against the various wrongs in the world."
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Word Game Points

Is WRONGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wrongs is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WRONGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is WRONGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wrongs is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WRONGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is WRONGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wrongs is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WRONGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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