Meaning & Definition of word "False"
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False
/fɔːls/
noun:
- 1. An assertion or belief that is not true.
- Example: The accusation was based on a false.
adjective:
- 1. Not true or correct; erroneous.
- Example: She gave a false testimony in court.
- 2. Intended to deceive; fraudulent.
- Example: He was charged with making false claims to the insurance company.
- 3. Not genuine; counterfeit.
- Example: The painting was discovered to be a false imitation of the original.
- 4. Lacking truth; misleading.
- Example: The article was filled with false information.
adverb:
- 1. In a manner that is not true or correct.
- Example: He reported the incident falsely.
Etymology
Old English 'fals', from Latin 'falsus', meaning 'deceived, misleading'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
false alarm:
A warning or indication that turns out to be untrue.
false pretenses:
Deceitful or misleading conditions used to gain an advantage.
falsehood:
The state of being untrue; a false statement.
Related Words
falsify:
To make false or incorrect, especially in order to deceive.
fallacy:
A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments.
forgery:
The action of forging or producing a copy or imitation of a document.
Slang Meanings of false
Meaning: Fake; not real.
Example Sentence: That bag is totally false, it’s just a knockoff.
Meaning: Not credible; believable.
Example Sentence: His story sounded false, like something out of a movie.