Meaning of the word false in English

What does false mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

false

US /fɑːls/

UK /fɒls/

not true or correct

Example:

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That statement is completely false.

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The witness gave false testimony.

Synonym:

incorrect untrue erroneous

Antonym:

true correct accurate

not genuine; artificial or imitation

Example:

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She wore false eyelashes.

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The painting was a false masterpiece.

Synonym:

fake artificial imitation

Antonym:

genuine real authentic

in a way that is not true or correct

Example:

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He answered the question false.

Synonym:

incorrectly wrongly erroneously

Antonym:

truly correctly