Definitions
- Describing an action that is not done in the correct or appropriate manner. - Referring to behavior that is considered inappropriate or unacceptable. - Talking about something that is not suitable or fitting for a particular purpose or situation.
- Describing something that is not accurate or true. - Referring to a mistake or error in judgment or action. - Talking about something that is not done according to established rules or standards.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions or behaviors that are not done correctly.
- 2Both words can be used to describe mistakes or errors.
- 3Both words are adverbs that modify verbs or adjectives.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Improperly is used to describe actions or behaviors that are not appropriate or fitting for a particular situation, while incorrectly is used to describe actions or behaviors that are not accurate or true.
- 2Context: Improperly is often used to describe social norms or expectations, while incorrectly is used to describe factual inaccuracies or errors.
- 3Connotation: Improperly has a negative connotation, suggesting that the action or behavior is unacceptable or inappropriate, while incorrectly is more neutral, suggesting that the action or behavior is simply inaccurate or mistaken.
- 4Frequency: Incorrectly is more commonly used than improperly in everyday language.
Remember this!
Improperly and incorrectly are synonyms that describe actions or behaviors that are not done correctly. However, improperly is used to describe actions or behaviors that are not appropriate or fitting for a particular situation, while incorrectly is used to describe actions or behaviors that are not accurate or true.
