Synonyms for Wrong
Definition of wrong
adverb
- in an inaccurate manner; "he decided to reveal the details only after other sources had reported them incorrectly"; "she guessed wrong"
adjective
- not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth; "an incorrect calculation"; "the report in the paper is wrong"; "your information is wrong"; "the clock showed the wrong time"; "found themselves on the wrong road"; "based on the wrong assumptions"
- contrary to conscience or morality or law; "it is wrong for the rich to take advantage of the poor"; "cheating is wrong"; "it is wrong to lie"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "wrong"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like amiss, awry, base can replace "wrong" 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.
With 20 alternatives available, "wrong" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Wrong" in song lyrics
See how wrong is used in real songs:
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"These days, replay, the life game of wrong"
1200 Techniques — Eye of the Storm -
"Doing the right thing, and not the wrong"
2 Live Crew — Banned in the U.S.A. -
"Sayin' things and doin' things that you're sayin's wrong"
2 Live Crew — Banned in the U.S.A.