falsify
11 synonyms and 0 antonyms for falsify, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To alter information dishonestly, usually to deceive someone.
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How to use falsify
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Etymology
From Late Latin falsificare ("to make false"), from falsus ("false").
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What does “falsify” mean?
The word “falsify” means to alter information dishonestly, usually to deceive someone. In plain terms, to dishonestly change something, or to prove that something is untrue.
How do you pronounce “falsify”?
“Falsify” is pronounced FOL-sih-feye (/ˈfɒlsɪfaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “falsify” in a sentence?
Here is “falsify” used in a sentence: “He was charged with falsifying his tax returns.”
What part of speech is “falsify”?
“Falsify” is a verb.
Where does the word “falsify” come from?
The word “falsify” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin falsificare ("to make false"), from falsus ("false").
How many meanings does “falsify” have?
“Falsify” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to alter information dishonestly, usually to deceive someone.