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I was wrong vs I was completely wrong

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different levels of emphasis. "I was wrong" is a simple acknowledgment of an error, while "I was completely wrong" emphasizes the extent of the mistake. The choice between the two depends on how strongly you want to admit your error.

Last updated: March 21, 2024 • 1287 views

I was wrong

This phrase is correct and commonly used to admit an error.

This phrase is used to acknowledge a mistake or error made in the past.

Examples:

I thought the meeting was at 2 p.m., but I was wrong.
She believed the answer was correct, but she was wrong.

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Alternatives:

I made a mistake
I was mistaken
I was in error
I misspoke
I misunderstood

I was completely wrong

This phrase is correct and adds emphasis to admitting a mistake.

This phrase is used to admit a mistake with a stronger emphasis on the extent of the error.

Examples:

I thought the project was due next week, but I was completely wrong.
She was convinced she had the right solution, but she was completely wrong.

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Jan 28, 2016 ... The evidence suggests I was completely wrong about tuition fees. For years I believed that tuition fees promoted inequality. But not only could ...
Feb 17, 2016 ... I was completely wrong about the iPad Pro, it's simply the best iPad I've ever used. The powerful CPU, tons of RAM and big screen make it the ...
I was completely wrong about the iPad Pro, it's simply the best iPad I've ever used. Wednesday, February 17, 2016 · 5:33 pm · 15 Comments. “In the past I've ...
Mar 2, 2016 ... I'm sorry, I was completely wrong about cheese. Forever Vegan. Subscribe SubscribedUnsubscribe 1,8301K. Loading... Loading... Working.

Alternatives:

I was totally wrong
I was utterly wrong
I was entirely wrong
I was dead wrong
I was flat-out wrong

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