incorrectness

Other forms: incorrectnesses

Definitions of incorrectness
  1. noun
    the quality of not conforming to fact or truth
    synonyms: wrongness
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    antonyms:
    correctness
    conformity to fact or truth
    types:
    erroneousness, error
    inadvertent incorrectness
    deviation
    the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances
    type of:
    quality
    an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
  2. noun
    lack of conformity to social expectations
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    antonyms:
    correctness
    the quality of conformity to social expectations
    types:
    political incorrectness
    the use of expressions or actions that can be perceived to exclude or marginalize or insult groups who are socially disadvantaged or discriminated against
    type of:
    improperness, impropriety
    an unsuitable or offensive demeanor
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