amiss

word

Definition

If something is amiss, it means something is wrong, not quite right, or missing.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in formal or literary contexts. Common phrases: 'something is amiss', 'nothing amiss'. Usually appears after a verb (e.g., 'Something felt amiss.'). Not used as a verb.

Spanish: mal - incorrecto Portuguese (BR): errado - fora do lugar Portuguese (PT): errado - fora do sítio Chinese (Simplified): 不对劲 - 有问题 Chinese (Traditional): 不對勁 - 有問題 Hindi: गलत - त्रुटिपूर्ण Arabic: خاطئ - غير صحيح

Example Sentences

Nothing seemed amiss at first.

basic

Something felt amiss in the house.

basic

Is anything amiss with your car?

basic

You look worried—did something go amiss at work?

natural

If anything goes amiss during the trip, call me right away.

natural

There’s nothing amiss with the plan as far as I can see.

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