Synonyms for

Erred

Verb / erd / Another word for erred — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make a mistake or to be mistaken.

Synonyms & similar words

slip mistake drift stray err mistaken blundered goofed flubbed misjudged misinterpreted misconstrued misread misunderstood confused miscalculated misguided misinformed

Example sentences

  1. I erred when I said the answer was nine. It was actually eight.
  2. She erred in her calculations and ended up with the wrong answer.
  3. He erred in his judgment and made a decision that hurt his team.
  4. The politician erred in his statement and had to issue a correction.
  5. We all make mistakes and sometimes we err.

Quotes

  • To err is human; to forgive, divine. - Alexander Pope
  • We learn from failure, not from success! - Bram Stoker
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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