wrong
1 antonyms and opposites of wrong, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Incorrect or not true.
Antonyms
How to use wrong
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old Norse rangr, "crooked, wrong" — related to "wring", from an idea of something twisted out of true shape.
Full origin of wrong →Frequently asked questions
What does “wrong” mean?
The word “wrong” means incorrect or not true. In plain terms, not correct, not working properly, or morally bad — plus a verb meaning to treat someone unfairly.
How do you pronounce “wrong”?
“Wrong” is pronounced RONG (/ˈɹɔŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wrong” in a sentence?
Here is “wrong” used in a sentence: “That answer is wrong; the capital of Australia is Canberra, not Sydney.”
What is another word for “wrong”?
Words with a similar meaning to “wrong” include injurious, unjust, faulty, detrimental, unfit and unsuitable.
What is the opposite of “wrong”?
The opposite of “wrong” — its antonyms — is right.
What part of speech is “wrong”?
Depending on how it is used, “wrong” can be an adjective, a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “wrong” come from?
The word “wrong” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse rangr, "crooked, wrong" — related to "wring", from an idea of something twisted out of true shape.
Is “wrong” a common word?
“Wrong” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
What is the opposite of wrong?
In the sense of incorrect, the opposite of "wrong" is "right" or "correct," matching the facts or the truth. "Wrong" can also mean morally bad, and there its opposite is "right" in the ethical sense, or "good." Which opposite applies depends on whether you mean factually mistaken or morally at fault.
What is the difference between wrong and incorrect?
Both mean not true or not right, and they often overlap. "Incorrect" is more formal and factual, typical of tests, forms, and technical writing, as in "an incorrect answer." "Wrong" is more everyday and can carry a stronger, sometimes moral, edge, as in "you got it wrong." In most factual contexts, they are interchangeable.
Is 'wrong' always about facts?
No. The definition here is "incorrect or not true," as in a wrong answer. But "wrong" has a second common sense, morally bad or unjust, as in "stealing is wrong." Context makes the meaning clear: a wrong number is a factual mistake, while a wrong act is an ethical judgment.