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err Synonyms

Another word for err

Choosing another word for err depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To be mistaken or incorrect; to make an error in judgment or action.

Usage Example

"The appellate court ruled that the trial judge had erred in admitting the disputed evidence."

Strongest
blunder
Strong
miscalculate
misjudge
slip up
goof
Weak
fumble

• verb (Context 2)

To deviate from an accepted moral standard; to sin or go astray.

Usage Example

"The parable reminds listeners to show mercy toward those who have erred and seek forgiveness."

Strongest
sin
transgress
Strong
stray
trespass
offend
backslide
lapse

Opposites of err

The opposite of err shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

obey
succeed
comply
See all opposites of err

• Nearby Words

erotically
eroticism
eroticize
err
errand
errant
errata

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Err. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/err
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