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wrongful

/wɹɒŋfl/ adjective · British & US
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What does wrongful mean?

adjective

Unlawful or unjust; done in a way that is against the law or morality. Wrongful conduct or actions are those that are contrary to what is right or just.

Example

"The company was sued for wrongful termination of the employee."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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