astray Synonyms & Antonyms
/əˈstɹeɪ/
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Astray as an Adverb
1
Away from the proper path; in a wrong or unknown direction.
2
Away from what is right and good; into error or evil.
Word Forms & Grammar
astray
Words That Rhyme With Astray
Origin of Astray
From Middle English astraien or by apheresis straien, from Old French estraier (“to stray”), from late Medieval Latin extravagari (“to wander beyond”), from Latin extra (“beyond”) + vagārī (“to wander, stray”).[1]
Quick Facts About Astray
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /əˈstɹeɪ/ |
| Meaning | Away from the proper path; in a wrong or unknown direction |