incorrect
Pronunciation: [ɪn.kəˈrɛkt]
Word
Context: "accuracy"
(adjective) when something is not right or not true. If someone makes a mistake, their answer might be incorrect. It means it's wrong.
Example
The teacher said my answer was correct after I checked it again.
Example
I was incorrect when I thought the capital of France was Berlin.
Example
Is it possible to find an incorrect answer in this math problem?
Context: "status"
(adjective) when something doesn't fit the rules or is not acceptable. If you use bad behavior, it can be considered incorrect.
Example
He was praised for following the rules correctly.
Example
Using your phone in class is incorrect according to the school rules.
Example
What would happen if someone made an incorrect choice during the game?
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