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astray Definition and Meaning in English (astray definition)

adverb
Synonyms:lostoff courseamiss
Quick Answer • Definition

Astray definition: To be away from the correct path or direction.

Definitions of Astray

  1. 1adverb

    To be away from the correct path or direction.

  2. 2adverb

    To be led into error or wrongdoing, often morally.

Example Sentences

“The sheep went astray from the flock in the fog.”

“His bad company led him astray from his studies.”

“We must ensure that our youth do not go astray.”

Synonyms

lostoff courseamiss

Antonyms

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensestrayed
present participlestraying

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Astray definition: To be away from the correct path or direction.
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'Astray' translates to 'astray' in English. Astray definition: To be away from the correct path or direction.
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