Definition of ERRONEOUS

erroneous

Adjective Satellite

  • containing or characterized by error
    • "erroneous conclusions"

Adj

  • Containing an error; inaccurate.
  • Derived from an error.
  • Mistaken.
  • Wandering; erratic.
  • Deviating from the requirements of the law, but without a lack of legal authority, thus not illegal.

Examples

  • "Her choice at the line-up proved to be erroneous, as she had only seen the mugger for an instant."
  • "His answer to the sum was erroneous."
  • "His conclusion was erroneous, since it was based on a false assumption."
  • "If, while having the power to act, one commits error in the exercise of that power, he acts erroneously."

Origin / Etymology

From late Middle English erroneous, from Middle French erroneux, from Latin erroneus.

Antonyms

errorless

Scrabble Score: 9

erroneous is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
erroneous is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
erroneous is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

erroneous is a valid Words With Friends word