Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
falsehood
noun
/ˈfɔːls.hʊd/
Definition
The state of being untrue or incorrect; a false statement or belief.
Examples
- The politician was criticized for spreading falsehoods about his opponent.
- Detectives work to uncover the falsehoods present in witness testimonies.
- The story was filled with falsehoods that misled the public.
Meaning
Falsehood refers to something that is not true, whether it is a statement, belief, or idea. It implies a lack of truth or genuineness.
Synonyms
- lie
- deception
- fabrication
- untruth
- misrepresentation
