wrong (EN)

adjective, adverb, noun, verb

adjective “wrong”

1. not correct or true
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   Sorry, but that's a wrong answer.
2. (of a person) claiming something that is not correct or true
   She was wrong to claim that the Earth is flat.
3. not morally right
   Stealing from others is wrong.
4. not functioning properly
   The clock is wrong; it stopped ticking hours ago.
5. not appropriate or suitable for a specific purpose or situation
   She realized she's the wrong person for him.
6. not correct or suitable; causing issues or not as expected
   What's wrong? You seem upset with me.

adverb “wrong”

1. in an incorrect manner
   He answered the question wrong on the test.

noun “wrong”

1. an act that is not morally right
   Stealing from anyone is a clear wrong that society condemns.
2. unethical or immoral behavior
   Stealing from others is an example of wrong.

verb “wrong”

1. to cause harm or injustice to someone
   He felt wronged by his friend who spread rumors about him.