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faulty vs wrong

wrong vs faulty

faulty is not a noun while wrong is a noun.

faulty and wrong both are adjectives.

faulty is not a verb while wrong is a verb.

faulty is not an adverb while wrong is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
faulty No Yes No No
wrong Yes Yes Yes Yes
As adjectives, faulty and wrong are synonyms defined as:
  • faulty and wrong: characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules
Other synonyms of faulty include incorrect.
faulty (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
faulty (adjective) wrong (adjective)
having a defect contrary to conscience or morality or law
characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules 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
faulty (verb) wrong (verb)
treat unjustly; do wrong to
faulty (adverb) wrong (adverb)
in an incorrect manner
Difference between faulty and wrong

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