Meaning & Definition of word "Erroneous"
Erroneous
/əˈroʊ.ni.əs/
adjective:
- 1. containing or characterized by error; incorrect.
- Example: The report was based on erroneous data, leading to misleading conclusions.
- 2. based on or having errors.
- Example: His erroneous assumption about the deadline caused him to miss the submission date.
- 3. wrong or false.
- Example: She realized that her earlier statement was erroneous after reviewing the facts.
- 4. deviating from what is correct or true.
- Example: The judge noted that the lawyer's arguments were based on erroneous interpretations of the law.
Etymology
●From Latin 'erroneus', meaning 'wandering, straying', from 'erro', which means 'to wander, stray'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
erroneous conclusions:
Conclusions that are based on incorrect or flawed reasoning.
erroneous beliefs:
Beliefs that are not based on correct information.
Related Words
error:
A mistake or inaccuracy.
mistake:
An action or judgment that is misguided or wrong.
Slang Meanings of erroneous
Meaning: Whack
● Example Sentence: That idea is whack; it's completely erroneous.
Meaning: Off base
● Example Sentence: His theory is totally off base and erroneous.