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amiss vs wrong

wrong vs amiss

amiss is not a noun while wrong is a noun.

amiss and wrong both are adjectives.

amiss is not a verb while wrong is a verb.

amiss and wrong both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
amiss No Yes No Yes
wrong Yes Yes Yes Yes
As adjectives, amiss and wrong are synonyms defined as:
  • amiss and wrong: not functioning properly
Other synonyms of amiss include awry, haywire.
amiss (noun) wrong (noun)
any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right
that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law
amiss (adjective) wrong (adjective)
not functioning properly contrary to conscience or morality or law
not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
based on or acting or judging in error
characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules
not appropriate for a purpose or occasion
badly timed
used of the side of cloth or clothing intended to face inward
not functioning properly
not in accord with established usage or procedure
amiss (verb) wrong (verb)
treat unjustly; do wrong to
amiss (adverb) wrong (adverb)
away from the correct or expected course in an incorrect manner
in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner
in an imperfect or faulty way
Difference between amiss and wrong

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