incorrectly

UK: ˌɪnkəˈrektli | US: ˌɪnkəˈrektli

Definition

  1. adv. in a way that is not accurate or true

  2. adv. in a manner that violates rules or standards

Structure
in <not>correct <right>ly <adverb suffix>
Etymology

The word "incorrectly" is formed by combining the prefix "in-" (meaning "not," from Latin) with the root "correct" (from Latin "correctus," meaning "made right") and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (from Old English "-lice," used to form adverbs). The progression reflects a logical negation of correctness, evolving from Latin through Old English to modern usage.

Examples

  1. The student answered the question incorrectly.

  2. The machine was assembled incorrectly, causing it to malfunction.

  3. She spelled his name incorrectly in the email.

  4. The data was recorded incorrectly due to a software error.

  5. He was accused of quoting the law incorrectly.