As adjectives the difference between correct and right
is that correct is free from error; true; the state of having an affirmed truth while right is (archaic) straight, not bent.
Should I say right or correct?
correct is the Latin form and right is basically the same connected with Latin rect-us. We say That's absolutely right. But right has also the meaning to the right side, so correct is sometimes clearer as it is unambigous.
What does right and correct mean?
Choose the Right Synonym for right
Adjective. correct, accurate, exact, precise, nice, right mean conforming to fact, standard, or truth. correct usually implies freedom from fault or error. correct answers socially correct dress accurate implies fidelity to fact or truth attained by exercise of care.
