What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
falsely
Example
He was falsely accused of stealing the money. [falsely: adverb]
Example
The company was found guilty of advertising falsely. [falsely: adverb]
incorrectly
Example
She answered the question incorrectly. [incorrectly: adverb]
Example
He assembled the machine incorrectly, causing it to malfunction. [incorrectly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Incorrectly is more commonly used than falsely in everyday language. Incorrectly is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while falsely is less common and often used in legal or formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between falsely and incorrectly?
Falsely is more formal and legalistic, while incorrectly is more informal and commonly used in everyday language.
