wrongfully
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for wrongfully, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In an unjust or unlawful manner.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use wrongfully
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wrongfully convicted
wrongfully accused
Etymology
This word came into English via Middle English wrongfully or wrongfullich, formed from wrongful and -ly.
Full origin of wrongfully →Frequently asked questions
What does “wrongfully” mean?
The word “wrongfully” means in an unjust or unlawful manner. In plain terms, done in a way that is unjust or against the law.
How do you pronounce “wrongfully”?
“Wrongfully” is pronounced RONG-fuh-lee (/ˈɹɒŋfəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “wrongfully” in a sentence?
Here is “wrongfully” used in a sentence: “He was wrongfully imprisoned for a crime he did not commit.”
What part of speech is “wrongfully”?
“Wrongfully” is an adverb.
