ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Wrongful

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɹɒŋfəl/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Wrongful is an adjective meaning wrong or unjust.

Meaning

wrong or unjust.

More Meanings

  1. unlawful or illegal

Example Sentences

And now, with the tyranny of wrongful power, "The loathsome mark has fallen, the mall remains Sceptreless, free, uncircumscribed, but man Equal, unclassed, tribeless, and nationless, Exempt from awe, worship, degree, the king Over himself; just, gentle, wise."

Synonyms for wrongful

Depending on context, synonyms include iniquitous, illicit, nonlawful, crimeful, criminal, illegal.

Antonyms for wrongful

Common opposites include just, right, rightful.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include unjust, illegitimate, unlawful, incorrect, erroneous, wrong.

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