Incorrectly Definition
incorrectly
adverb
- in an incorrect manner; "to credit Lister with the first formulation of the basic principle of stratigraphy would be to bestow credit falsely"
- in an inaccurate manner; "he decided to reveal the details only after other sources had reported them incorrectly"; "she guessed wrong"
"Incorrectly" in song lyrics
See how incorrectly is used in real songs:
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"He speaks of these things incorrectly"
Cilvaringz f/ 60 Second Assassin, 9th Prince, Blue Raspberry, Shabazz the Disciple — Valentine Day Massacre -
"but then when he cheated or treated you incorrectly"
Immortal Technique — Crimes of the Heart -
"You flex on me but really it's that hate driving incorrectly"
Lil' Wyte — We Ain't Playin'
Words that rhyme with incorrectly
Usage tips for "incorrectly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "incorrectly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for incorrectly to find words that pair well.