Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

err

verb
/ɜːr/
Definition
To make a mistake or to be incorrect.
Examples
  • He tends to err on the side of caution.
  • It’s natural to err; everyone makes mistakes sometimes.
  • When you err, it’s important to learn from the experience.
Meaning
Err refers to the act of making an error or being wrong in judgment or action.
Synonyms
  • mistake
  • blunder
  • slip
  • misstep
  • misjudge