erroneous (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪˈroʊniəs/

Definition

Incorrect or containing mistakes.

Examples

• The report contained several erroneous figures.

• His belief that the Earth was flat was erroneous.

• She quickly corrected the erroneous assumption.

How to Use erroneous

erroneous to (prepositional phrase)

Incorrect in the belief or action of doing something. — "It is erroneous to assume that all politicians are corrupt."

Synonyms of erroneous

Words with a similar meaning to erroneous:

• wrong
• incorrect
• mistaken
• inaccurate

Antonyms of erroneous

Words with the opposite meaning to erroneous:

• correct
• accurate
• valid

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