wrongly vs wrong

wrong vs wrongly

wrongly is not a noun while wrong is a noun.

wrongly is not an adjective while wrong is an adjective.

wrongly is not a verb while wrong is a verb.

wrongly and wrong both are adverbs.

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

As adverbs, wrongly and wrong are synonyms defined as:

wrongly and wrong: in an incorrect manner

Other synonyms of wrongly include incorrectly.

wrongly (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

wrongly (adjective)	wrong (adjective)
	contrary to conscience or morality or law
	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

wrongly (verb)	wrong (verb)
	treat unjustly; do wrong to

wrongly (adverb)	wrong (adverb)
in an incorrect manner	in an incorrect manner
without justice or fairness

Difference between wrongly and wrong

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