Erroneous

adjective

/ɛɹˈəʊ.nɪ.əs/

Word Frequency: 3.8

Definitions

1.adjectiveContaining an error; inaccurate.

"His answer to the sum was erroneous."

2.adjectiveDerived from an error.

"His conclusion was erroneous, since it was based on a false assumption."

3.adjectiveMistaken.

"Her choice at the line-up proved to be erroneous, as she had only seen the mugger for an instant."

4.adjectiveWandering; erratic.

5.adjectiveDeviating from the requirements of the law, but without a lack of legal authority, thus not illegal.

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