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wrong vs awry

awry vs wrong

wrong is a noun but awry is not a noun.

wrong and awry both are adjectives.

wrong is a verb but awry is not a verb.

wrong and awry both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
wrong Yes Yes Yes Yes
awry No Yes No Yes
As adjectives, wrong and awry are synonyms defined as:
  • wrong and awry: not functioning properly
Other synonyms of wrong include amiss, haywire.
wrong (noun) awry (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) awry (adjective)
contrary to conscience or morality or law turned or twisted toward one side
not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth not functioning properly
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) awry (verb)
treat unjustly; do wrong to
wrong (adverb) awry (adverb)
in an incorrect manner away from the correct or expected course
turned or twisted to one side
Difference between wrong and awry

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