wrongful

Word parts

wrong + -ful

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈrɒŋfəl/

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Adjective

Positive wrongful

Comparative more wrongful

Superlative most wrongful

1. A wrongful act is one that is violates somebody's rights.
   • Synonyms: unjust and unfair
   • Antonyms: just and fair

   His wrongful conviction for the crime was eventually overturned.

   She later sued the company for wrongful termination and sexual harassment.

2. A wrongful act is one that is illegal.

   He was charged for the wrongful death of the cyclist.

   They were removed from the house for wrongful possession.

3. A wrongful heir, possessor, etc. is one that has no right to be in that position.
   • Antonyms: rightful and legitimate

   The wrongful heir claimed the throne, causing a dispute.

   The court ruled against the wrongful claimant of the estate.