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incorrectly

/ˌɪnkəˈrɛktli/
in · cor · rect · ly
Adjective:incorrect
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incorrectly Lexical Profile

incorrectly Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

In a mistaken, inaccurate, or faulty manner; not in accordance with fact or truth.

Example

"Several of the dates in the historical timeline were entered incorrectly and had to be revised."

2

In a manner that does not conform to recognized standards of behavior, procedure, or grammar.

Example

"If the punctuation mark is placed incorrectly, the meaning of the entire clause can change."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Incorrectly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/incorrectly
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