wrongful
4 antonyms for wrongful — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Unjust or unlawful.
Antonyms
How to use wrongful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wrongful death
wrongful termination
wrongful arrest
Mostly used in legal or formal contexts, rarely in casual speech.
Etymology
From Middle English wrongful, equivalent to wrong + -ful.
Full origin of wrongful →Frequently asked questions
What does “wrongful” mean?
The word “wrongful” means unjust or unlawful. In plain terms, not fair or not legal — often used in legal phrases.
How do you pronounce “wrongful”?
“Wrongful” is pronounced RONG-fuhl (/ˈɹɒŋfəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “wrongful” in a sentence?
Here is “wrongful” used in a sentence: “The family sued the hospital for wrongful death.”
What part of speech is “wrongful”?
“Wrongful” is an adjective.
Is “wrongful” a common word?
“Wrongful” is an uncommon word in modern English.
