Synonyms of wrongly
18 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for wrongly is improperly. Other synonyms of wrongly are wrongfully, unseemly, wickedly, mistakenly and illicitly. The opposite of wrongly is correctly.
Synonyms and similar words for wrongly
adverbIn violation of a moral or other standard, code, or convention; in an unfair, unjust, dishonest, or...
- unfairlyIn a manner that is unfair.
- unjustlyIn an unjust manner.
- dishonestlyIn a dishonest manner.
- immorallyIn an immoral manner, not morally, wrongly.
- wrongfullyIn a wrongful manner; unjustly.
- illicitlyIn an illicit manner; illegally, immorally, or inappropriately.
- immodestlyIn an immodest manner.
- improperlyIn an improper manner; not properly.
- incontinentlyIn an incontinent manner; without restraint, or without due restraint.
- indecentlyIn an indecent manner.
- reprehensiblyIn a reprehensible manner.
- unchastelyIn an unchaste manner.
- unseemlyIn an unseemly manner.
- unvirtuouslyIn an unvirtuous manner.
- wickedlyIn a wicked manner.
adverbIncorrectly, mistakenly; by error.
- incorrectlyIn an incorrect manner.
- mistakenlyWrongly; erroneously.
- erroneously
Opposite of wrongly
Meaning of wrongly
- adverb In violation of a moral or other standard, code, or convention; in an unfair, unjust, dishonest, or immoral manner; wrongly convicted is synonymous with wrongful conviction and miscarriage of justice.
- adverb Incorrectly, mistakenly; by error.
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Questions about synonyms of wrongly
- What is another word for wrongly?
- Wrongly has 18 synonyms on Word.ws, such as improperly, wrongfully, unseemly, wickedly, mistakenly, illicitly, indecently and immorally.
- What is the opposite of wrongly?
- The opposite of wrongly is correctly. Other antonyms of wrongly are rightly.
- What does wrongly mean?
- Wrongly means in violation of a moral or other standard, code, or convention; in an unfair, unjust, dishonest, or immoral manner; wrongly convicted is synonymous with wrongful conviction and miscarriage of justice.
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