wrong vs improper

improper vs wrong

wrong is a noun but improper is not a noun.

wrong and improper both are adjectives.

wrong is a verb but improper is not a verb.

wrong is an adverb but improper is not an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
wrong	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
improper	No	Yes	No	No

As adjectives, wrong and improper are synonyms defined as:

wrong and improper: not appropriate for a purpose or occasion

wrong (noun)	improper (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)	improper (adjective)
contrary to conscience or morality or law	not suitable or right or appropriate
not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth	not appropriate for a purpose or occasion
based on or acting or judging in error	not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention
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)	improper (verb)
treat unjustly; do wrong to

wrong (adverb)	improper (adverb)
in an incorrect manner

Difference between wrong and improper

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