Synonyms for Amiss
Definition of amiss
adverb
- away from the correct or expected course; "something has gone awry in our plans"; "something went badly amiss in the preparations"
- in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner; "if you think him guilty you judge amiss"; "he spoke amiss"; "no one took it amiss when she spoke frankly"
- in an imperfect or faulty way; "The lobe was imperfectly developed"; "Miss Bennet would not play at all amiss if she practiced more"- Jane Austen
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Writing tips for "amiss"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like awry, haywire, imperfectly can replace "amiss" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Amiss" in song lyrics
See how amiss is used in real songs:
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"I was quietlike, not the riot-type amiss"
East Coast Avenger$ (Esoteric, Trademarc, DC) — Win/Win Situation -
"Check your reasoning cause there's something amiss"
X-Clan — Grand Verbalizer -
"Myself corrupting, salving thy amiss,"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet XXXV