amiss
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for amiss, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Wrong or out of order in some way.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Wrong or out of order in some way.
“Something amiss in the arrangements had distracted the staff.”
Opposites
How to use amiss
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
something amiss
nothing amiss
take it amiss
Etymology
From "a-" plus "miss," originally meaning "off target" or "astray."
Full origin of amiss →Frequently asked questions
What does “amiss” mean?
The word “amiss” means wrong or out of order in some way. In plain terms, used to say something seems wrong or not quite right.
How do you pronounce “amiss”?
“Amiss” is pronounced uh-MIHS (/əˈmɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “amiss” in a sentence?
Here is “amiss” used in a sentence: “She sensed something was amiss the moment she walked in.”
What part of speech is “amiss”?
Depending on how it is used, “amiss” can be an adjective and an adverb.
How many meanings does “amiss” have?
“Amiss” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: wrong or out of order in some way.
