Meaning & Definition of word "Falsely"
Falsely
/ˈfɔːlsli/
adverb:
- 1. In a manner that is not true or accurate; incorrectly.
- Example: The report claimed that the company was falsely advertising its products.
- 2. In a deceitful or misleading way.
- Example: She was accused of falsely accusing her colleague of theft.
- 3. In a way that is not based on facts or reality.
- Example: The politician was falsely criticized for implementing the new policy.
- 4. In a manner that involves deception or dishonesty.
- Example: He was found guilty of falsely reporting his income to the authorities.
Etymology
●From the Middle English 'falsli', from Old French 'fals', from Latin 'falsus', meaning 'false'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
falsely accused:
Accused of something that one did not do.
falsely represent:
To mispresent or give a misleading impression.
falsely assume:
To make an assumption that is incorrect or untrue.
Related Words
false:
Not true or correct; erroneous.
falsify:
To make false; to alter information with the intent to deceive.
Slang Meanings of falsely
Meaning: Fake news
● Example Sentence: The article was filled with falsely reported facts, making it fake news.
Meaning: Pulling a fast one
● Example Sentence: He was just pulling a fast one by falsely claiming he had insider information.