wrong

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wrong /ˈrɔŋ/ ?

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(n) that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law
(n) any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right
(v) treat unjustly; do wrong to
(adj) not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
(adj) contrary to conscience or morality or law
(adj) not appropriate for a purpose or occasion
(adj) not functioning properly
(adj) based on or acting or judging in error
(adj) not in accord with established usage or procedure
(adj) used of the side of cloth or clothing intended to face inward
(adj) badly timed
(adj) characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules
(adv) in an inaccurate manner

Styles change but insecurity remains constant we are willing to believe we're wearing the wrong bra size because, surely, something must be wrong.
Pundits and politicians have admitted to being wrong about Iraq.
Adolescent anger is an assertion, and the assertion is: I am not wrong about myself.

"To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent, know that you are on the wrong side of history, but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist," Mandela said.
on Jan 21, 2009 By: Barack Obama Source: Voice of America
"We believe this verdict is fundamentally wrong and will aggressively seek to have it reversed," Disney said in an e- mailed statement.
on Jul 7, 2010 By: Walt Disney Source: Bloomberg
"It's not surprising that this judge got it wrong, because a sham defense was put up by the Obama Justice Department," said Maggie Gallagher, chairman of the National Organization for Marriage.
on Jul 9, 2010 By: Maggie Gallagher Source: The Associated Press