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wrong vs amiss

amiss vs wrong

wrong is a noun but amiss is not a noun.

wrong and amiss both are adjectives.

wrong is a verb but amiss is not a verb.

wrong and amiss both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
wrong Yes Yes Yes Yes
amiss No Yes No Yes
As adjectives, wrong and amiss are synonyms defined as:
  • wrong and amiss: not functioning properly
Other synonyms of wrong include awry, haywire.
wrong (noun) amiss (noun)
any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right
that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law
wrong (adjective) amiss (adjective)
contrary to conscience or morality or law not functioning properly
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
wrong (verb) amiss (verb)
treat unjustly; do wrong to
wrong (adverb) amiss (adverb)
in an incorrect manner away from the correct or expected course
in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner
in an imperfect or faulty way
Difference between wrong and amiss

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