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Untruth

/ʌnˈtɹuːθ/ · noun

Meaning

A lie or falsehood..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A lie or falsehood.
  2. The condition of being false; truthlessness.

Example Sentences

Herald The prince was swept from the sight of the Achaean host—himself, and his ship likewise. ’Tis no untruth I tell.
He added: "We've always had spin, especially from Government. But this is not spin. This is dishonesty and so it's our rail media's urgent responsibility to call it out because non-specialist journalists across the country will report this and gradually these untruths will be accepted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does untruth mean?

Untruth means A lie or falsehood..

What is a synonym for untruth?

Common synonyms include falsehood, falsity, false statement.

What is the opposite of untruth?

Possible antonyms include truth, true statement.

How do you use untruth in a sentence?

Herald The prince was swept from the sight of the Achaean host—himself, and his ship likewise. ’Tis no untruth I tell.

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