Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Correct”
Something that is right, true, or free from mistakes.
Word Family of Correct
What is the noun of correct? — correctness
What is the verb of correct? — correct
What is the adjective of correct? — correct
What is the adverb of correct? — correctly
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Your answer is correct on the test. A2
- She used the correct password to log in. A2
- The correct pronunciation of this word takes practice. B1
Word Form Patterns for Correct
-ness
Adds **-ness** to make a noun meaning the state, quality, or condition of being something. Example: correct → correctness.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: correct → correctly.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Correct
Wrong: She correct the mistake yesterday.
Correct: She corrected the mistake yesterday.
Verb form: base verb needs -ed in past tense.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Correct
What are the word forms of “correct”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “correct”?
“correct” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.