incorrect
/ˌɪnkəˈɹɛkt/ · in.cor.rect
adjective
- Not correct; erroneous or wrong. He gave an incorrect answer to a simple question.
- Faulty or defective. The computer crashed due to incorrect programming.
- Inappropriate or improper. He was sacked because of his incorrect behaviour towards his secretary.
Did you know? The term 'incorrect' has been used in various contexts, including law, where it refers to a legal judgment or decision that is not in accordance with the law or facts.