CEFR B1

untrue

adjective

Meaning

Not based on facts; false or incorrect.

Examples

The newspaper article contained several statements that were later proven to be untrue.
She was upset by the untrue rumors circulating about her reputation.

Synonyms: false, incorrect, erroneous, fallacious

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untrue (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈtruː/

Definition

Not based on facts; false or incorrect.

Examples

The newspaper article contained several statements that were later proven to be untrue.
She was upset by the untrue rumors circulating about her reputation.
It would be untrue to say that I enjoyed the entire experience, though parts were pleasant.

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