Skip to content
ReadingWillow structured literacy program for Australian students

Dictionary Entry

falsehood

noun

Find the meaning of the word falsehood, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

Back To Dictionary
1

Meaning

Dictionary meaning in a clear, student-friendly format.

A statement that is not true or is deliberately misleading; a lie.

Example Sentence

The politician was accused of spreading falsehoods about the new policy.

Usage Note

Used to describe a statement or belief that is not true, or the act of lying or deceiving someone. It's important to distinguish between accidental errors and intentional falsehoods.