incorrectement
Il a répondu incorrectement à la question.
He answered the question incorrectly.
In a way that is not accurate, right, or proper; with mistakes or errors.
Le formulaire a été rempli incorrectement.
The form was filled out incorrectly.
Elle a prononcé le mot incorrectement.
She pronounced the word incorrectly.
Often used to describe actions, statements, or processes that contain errors or deviations from the correct standard.
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'incorrectement' to describe any action or statement that deviates from the correct or expected standard.
Word Origin
Derived from the adjective 'incorrect' (itself from Latin 'incorrectus', meaning 'not corrected'), with the adverbial suffix '-ment'.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal and informal contexts to describe errors in actions, statements, or processes. Often paired with verbs of action or communication.