Meaning & Definition of word "Untrue"
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Untrue
/ʌnˈtruː/
adjective:
- 1. not in accordance with fact; false or inaccurate.
- Example: The claims made in the report were proven to be untrue.
- 2. deceptive or misleading.
- Example: She felt hurt by the untrue rumors that were circulating about her.
- 3. not faithful or loyal; treacherous.
- Example: He was deemed untrue to his principles after his recent actions.
Etymology
From un- meaning 'not' + true.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be untrue:
to be false or not correct.
untrue to oneself:
not being honest or authentic.
Related Words
truth:
The quality or state of being in accordance with fact or reality.
falsity:
The state of being false or untrue.
Slang Meanings of untrue
Meaning: Lying
Example Sentence: He’s just being untrue about where he was last night.
Meaning: Fabrication
Example Sentence: That story is totally untrue; he just made it up.