Associations to the word «Astray»

Wiktionary

ASTRAY, adverb. In a wrong or unknown and wrongly-motivated direction.

Dictionary definition

ASTRAY, adverb. Away from the right path or direction; "he was led astray".
ASTRAY, adverb. Far from the intended target; "the arrow went wide of the mark"; "a bullet went astray and killed a bystander".

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada