Astray

Pronunciation: /əˈstreɪ/

Astray (adjective)

  1. Not going in the right direction; away from the correct place or route.
  2. Not following the correct plan, rule, or idea; moving away from what is right.

Examples

  • I felt lost direction after the map fell out.
  • The hikers were lost direction when the trail disappeared.

Astray (adverb)

  1. In a way that leads away from the correct direction, place, or plan.
  2. In a way that shows poor judgment or wrong behaviour, not the expected one.

Examples

  • The plane went off course during the storm.
  • If you rush, you may go off course in your work.