English · Adjectives
false
/fɔːls/
[/fɔːls/]
untrue, incorrect
Beginneradjective
Definition
Not true, correct, or real.
Example
The rumor turned out to be false, and everyone apologized to her.
The rumor turned out to be false, and everyone apologized to her.
Etymology
From Latin 'falsus' (deceived, wrong), via Old French.
How & Where It’s Used
Marks incorrect statements or fake things.