Meaning & Definition of word "Amiss"

Amiss

/əˈmɪs/

1. Not quite right; inappropriate or out of place.
- Example: Something feels amiss in this situation; I can't quite put my finger on it.
2. Wrong; faulty.
- Example: The equipment was working fine until something went amiss.

1. In a mistaken or faulty way.
- Example: He must have interpreted the instructions amiss, as he took the wrong turn.
2. Wrongly.
- Example: I've done it amiss, and now I need to start over.

Middle English, from the phrase 'a miss', meaning 'amiss' or 'at a loss'.

Something is amiss:

There is something wrong or not as it should be.

Amiss in the works:

Indicating that there are issues in the process or plan.

miss:

To fail to hit, reach, or come in contact with.

mistake:

An action or judgment that is misguided or wrong.

Meaning: Off base

Example Sentence: Her initial thought was way off base; something was definitely amiss.

Meaning: Out of whack

Example Sentence: When the machine isn't working right, you know something is out of whack.