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Meaning of "incorrect" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF INCORRECT

incorrect  [ˌɪnkəˈrɛkt] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF INCORRECT

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Incorrect is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES INCORRECT MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of incorrect in the English dictionary

The definition of incorrect in the dictionary is false; wrong. Other definition of incorrect is not fitting or proper.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH INCORRECT


codirect
ˌkəʊdaɪˈrɛkt
correct
kəˈrɛkt
direct
dɪˈrɛkt
erect
ɪˈrɛkt
hypercorrect
ˌhaɪpəkəˈrɛkt
indirect
ˌɪndɪˈrɛkt
misdirect
ˌmɪsdɪˈrɛkt
overcorrect
ˌəʊvəkəˈrɛkt
porrect
pəˈrɛkt
preerect
ˌpriːɪˈrɛkt
re-erect
ˌriːɪˈrɛkt
redirect
ˌriːdɪˈrɛkt
resurrect
ˌrɛzəˈrɛkt
semierect
ˌsɛmɪɪˈrɛkt
shipwrecked
ˈʃɪprɛkt
unrecked
ʌnˈrɛkt
wrecked
rɛkt

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE INCORRECT

incorporeally
incorporeity
incorpse
incorrectly
incorrectness
incorrigibility
incorrigible
incorrigibleness
incorrigibly
incorrodible
incorrosible
incorrupt
incorruptibility
incorruptible
incorruptibleness
incorruptibly
incorruption
incorruptive
incorruptly
incorruptness

WORDS THAT END LIKE INCORRECT

arrect
aspect
coerect
collect
connect
effect
expect
miscorrect
object
overdirect
perfect
politically correct
politically incorrect
project
protect
rect
respect
select
suberect
subject

Synonyms and antonyms of incorrect in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «INCORRECT»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «incorrect» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of incorrect

Translation of «incorrect» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF INCORRECT

Find out the translation of incorrect to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of incorrect from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «incorrect» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

不正确的
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

incorrecto
570 millions of speakers

English

incorrect
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

गलत
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

خَاطِئٌ
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

неверный
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

incorreto
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ত্রুটিপূর্ণ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

incorrect
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Tidak betul
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

falsch
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

不正確な
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

부정확한
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Ora bener
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

không đúng
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

தவறான
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

चूक
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

yanlış
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

scorretto
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

niepoprawny
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

неправильний
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

incorect
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

λανθασμένος
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

verkeerde
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

felaktig
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

feilaktig
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of incorrect

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «INCORRECT»

The term «incorrect» is very widely used and occupies the 5.931 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «INCORRECT» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about incorrect

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10 QUOTES WITH «INCORRECT»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word incorrect.
1
James Balog
Glacial pace is actually an incorrect concept. The glaciers move a lot faster and they react a lot faster than people imagine.
2
Ronald Biggs
It has been rumoured that I was the brains of the robbery, but that was totally incorrect. I've been described as the tea boy, which is also incorrect.
3
Uwe Boll
My favourite game is Postal because it is so politically incorrect.
4
Danny Bonaduce
It's funny, because I'm a man of strong opinions and when I make one, I stand by it even if it starts to appear incorrect to me after a while.
5
Mel Brooks
Well, just being stupid and politically incorrect doesn't work. You can be politically incorrect if you're smart.
6
Jim Brown
If you truly believe something, and it's incorrect, that doesn't mean you don't have integrity.
7
Leslie Caron
James Ivory comes close to the actors for the first rehearsal. He more or less lets you direct yourself and then will only correct you if he finds it incorrect.
8
Tom Colicchio
I get angry when I think that people are blatantly incorrect on matters of fact.
9
Francis Crick
If, for example, all the codons are triplets, then in addition to the correct reading of the message, there are two incorrect readings which we shall obtain if we do not start the grouping into sets of three at the right place.
10
Jamie Cullum
The last time I went to a festival without a hat, two things happened. One: I got sunstroke. Secondly, I had to buy what can only be described as a Jamiroquai hat, which was sartorially incorrect - I'm saying that as a Jamiroquai fan. That was a disaster. I looked like a small clown.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «INCORRECT»

Discover the use of incorrect in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to incorrect and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam (And the Crusades)
Islam expert Robert Spencer reveals Islam's ongoing, unshakable quest for global conquest and why the West today faces the same threat as the Crusaders did--and what we can learn from their experience.
Robert Spencer, 2005
2
The Politically Incorrect Guide To American History
Looks at American history with an irreverant and hard-hitting look at the nation's important people and events, concluding that the American Revolution was fought by conservatives and the First Amendment accepted state-sponsored churches.
Thomas E. Woods, Jr., 2004
3
Politically Incorrect Nutrition: Finding Reality in the Mire ...
Most people didn't, until now. Politically Incorrect Nutrition exposes many current and widely held beliefs foisted on both consumers and health-care practitioners by well-oiled, agenda-driven food industry propaganda.
Michael Barbee, 2004
4
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Socialism
In this provocative book, Williamson unfolds the grim history of socialism, showing how the ideology has spawned crushing poverty, devastating famines, and horrific wars.
Kevin Williamson, 2010
5
Astrologically Incorrect: Unlock the Secrets of the Signs to ...
Astrologically Incorrect is an entertaining and edgy guide to people management.
Terry Marlowe, 2003
6
Autobiography of a Spiritually Incorrect Mystic
" This volume is recognition that the time has come to provide a historical and biographical context for understanding Osho and his work.
Osho, 2001
7
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Hunting
Why the Left's anti-hunting propaganda is dead wrong! Nothing is more hated--and more misunderstood--by the trendy Left than hunting. But now intrepid hunter and pro-hunting activist Frank Miniter sets the record straight.
Frank Miniter, 2007
8
The Ultimate Book of Rude and Politically Incorrect Jokes
A book containing every joke guaranteed to annoy those who like to think of themselves as politically correct. It deliberately sets out to offend "prudes and those who take life too seriously".
Allan Pease, 2001
9
The Politically Incorrect Parenting Book: 10 No-Nonsense ...
This is essential reading for anyone who wishes their family life were easier or more enjoyable.
Nigel Latta, 2012
10
The Politically Incorrect Guide to Global Warming: And ...
Now, in The Politically Incorrect Guide(tm) to Global Warming and Environmentalism, Christopher C. Horner tears the cover off the Left's manipulation of environmental issues for political purposes--and lays out incontrovertible evidence for ...
Christopher C. Horner, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «INCORRECT»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term incorrect is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Jennifer Lawrence explains her new scientifically incorrect tattoo …
She added that she was fully aware the tattoo is scientifically incorrect. Questionable tattoos and to who they belong to. “I know the '2' is high, ... «The Independent, Jul 15»
2
Taylor Swift Calls Out Tumblr Troll for "Senseless Negativity …
Taylor Swift was offended by a Tumblr user's negativity and incorrect use of grammar and chose to publicly reply in the defense of one of her ... «Hollywood Reporter, Jul 15»
3
Incorrect Keystroke” Allows Comcast To Withdraw $500 From Non …
The bank pinned the blame on an “incorrect keystroke,” but as the Plain Dealer's Teresa Dixon Murray notes it could also be fraud. «The Consumerist, Jul 15»
4
Huntington Bank mistakenly withdraws $500 from Hudson man's …
When I asked Huntington how such a thing could happen, I was told that someone made an incorrect key stroke and I was the lucky one. «cleveland.com, Jul 15»
5
GetGo store on 5th Avenue dispenses incorrect fuel to some …
GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS, Ohio (WCMH) – GetGo was very recently notified that its site located at 1825 West Fifth Avenue in Grandview Heights ... «NBC4i.com, Jul 15»
6
Jennifer Lawrence explains her new, incorrect 'H2O' tattoo
Actress Jennifer Lawrence, 24, showed off some new ink at Comic-Con, but confessed the mark is messed up. «Sacramento Bee, Jul 15»
7
[Update] Microsoft Says Fable Legends Release Date Was Incorrect
Update: Microsoft has informed us that the date listed in the video we originally reported on was inaccurate. A Microsoft spokesperson has ... «Game Informer, Jul 15»
8
RECALL ALERT: Allergy concerns over incorrect labels on Hy-Vee …
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (WKOW) – D&D Foods is recalling select containers of Hy-Vee American Macaroni Salad that were sold with ... «WKOW, Jul 15»
9
Trowbridge resident slams "farcical" Wiltshire Council over incorrect
He said the lines had been removed four years earlier, but despite convincing the council the markings were incorrect, they still remain in place ... «Wiltshire Times, Jul 15»
10
Police saddled with incorrect information dissemination to keep …
"We have to issue statements later as we want the facts to be correct, we cannot put out incorrect statements as they may be raised in court later ... «The Sun Daily, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Incorrect [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/incorrect>. May 2024 ».
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