amiss
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The purpose is to have somebody to call in case the financial representative senses something amiss: unusual withdrawals, missed payments, confusion, forgetfulness or other signs of cognitive decline.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026
But London’s listing drought suggests something is amiss.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
Last week, there was no warning that anything was amiss when she left the city.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
There was a vague feeling of unease about all of this - but it was difficult for ordinary people living nearby to prove there was anything amiss.
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
“Not directly. I cannot do that—the surgeon might take it amiss and that would not do; he must operate on Mother.”
From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque
Vocabulary lists containing amiss
Things Fall Apart
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Julius Caesar
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word