adverb
falsely
adverb
1
In a manner that is not true or accurate.
"He was falsely accused of theft."
How to Use Falsely
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDone in a way that is untrue or mistaken.
Common pairings
falsely accused
falsely claim
Word Forms
more falsely comparative, most falsely superlative
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He was _____ accused of theft.