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Meaning of erroneous

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

erroneous

Pronunciation:/ɛɹˈəʊ.nɪ.əs//ɛɹˈoʊ.ni.əs/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Containing an error; inaccurate.

    Example: His answer to the sum was erroneous.

  2. Derived from an error.

    Example: His conclusion was erroneous, since it was based on a false assumption.

  3. Mistaken.

    Example: Her choice at the line-up proved to be erroneous, as she had only seen the mugger for an instant.

  4. Wandering; erratic.