falsehood
fal
ˈfæl
fāl
sehood
ˌshʊd
shood
British pronunciation
/fˈɒlshʊd/

Definition & Meaning of "falsehood"in English

Falsehood
01

the act of making a false copy or imitation of a document, signature, banknote, or work of art with the intent to deceive or defraud

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Examples
The document was a complete falsehood, forged to gain unauthorized access to funds.
The falsehood spread by the competitor damaged the company's reputation.
02

a statement or belief that is not true

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Examples
The report was filled with falsehoods meant to mislead the public.
He was caught in a falsehood when his story was proven wrong.
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