ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Falsely

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Falsely is an adverb meaning In a false manner.

Meaning

In a false manner.

Example Sentences

This could not be more falsely stated.
Our insensitive laughter echoes even more falsely now.
And on none of them does the name ring more falsely than on Robert Southey.
He protested his innocence to the end, claiming he had been falsely charged and convicted.

Synonyms for falsely

Depending on context, synonyms include dishonestly, false, falsefully, illegitimately, insincerely, truthlessly.

Antonyms for falsely

Common opposites include honestly.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include incorrectly, deceitfully, fraudulently, wrongly, abusively, wrongfully.

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