false (A1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /fɔːls/
Definition
Not true or correct; mistaken or wrong.
Examples
The alarm was triggered by a false reading on the sensor.
He gave a false impression of his abilities.
She realized her belief that he would help her was false.
How to Use false
- false alarm (collocation)
- A warning of danger that is not real. — "The police were called, but it turned out to be a false alarm."
- false impression (collocation)
- A mistaken idea or belief about someone or something. — "His quietness gave a false impression of disinterest."
- false start (collocation)
- An act of starting something before the proper signal or time. — "The runner had a false start and was disqualified."
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