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correctness vs correct

correct vs correctness

correctness is a noun but correct is not a noun.

correctness is not an adjective while correct is an adjective.

correctness is not a verb while correct is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
correctness Yes No No No
correct No Yes Yes No
correctness (noun) correct (noun)
conformity to fact or truth
the quality of conformity to social expectations
correctness (adjective) correct (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
correct in opinion or judgment
socially right or correct
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
correctness (verb) correct (verb)
treat a defect
make right or correct
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
censure severely
fall in value
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
make reparations or amends for
adjust for
Difference between correctness and correct

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