incorrect meaning and definition

INCORRECT adjective

Definition of incorrect (adjective)

1. 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"
   • synonyms: wrong
   • antonym: correct
2. not in accord with established usage or procedure
   • "the wrong medicine"; "the wrong way to shuck clams"; "it is incorrect for a policeman to accept gifts"
   • synonyms: wrong
3. (of a word or expression) not agreeing with grammatical principles
4. characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules
   • "he submitted a faulty report"; "an incorrect transcription"; the wrong side of the road"
   • synonyms: faulty, wrong