amiss

/əˈmɪs/noun

A wrong or improper act; a fault or misdeed.

Example sentence

“She forgave him for every amiss he had committed over the years.”

Nearly always predicative in modern use: "something was amiss". British English adds "wouldn't go amiss", meaning would be welcome.

Related words

ampleLarge in size or amount; spacious or more than enough.amicableMarked by friendliness and goodwill, especially when settling a disagreement.ancestorA family member from past generations, on either parent's side, from whom a person is descended.amiablePleasant, warm, and good-natured.anchorA heavy device lowered from a ship to grip the bottom of the water and keep the vessel from drifting.amenableOpen to suggestions and willing to be persuaded or to cooperate.