falsely
|false-ly|
B2
/ˈfɔːlsli/
(false)
not true
Etymology
Etymology Information
'falsely' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'fals', where 'fals' meant 'deceitful'.
Historical Evolution
'fals' changed from the Old French word 'fals' and eventually became the modern English word 'false'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'deceitful', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'untrue'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is untrue or incorrect.
He was falsely accused of the crime.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35