untruth

noun

ˌən-ˈtrüth How to pronounce untruth (audio)
Definition of untruthnext
1
as in delusion
a false idea or belief their argument rests on a fundamental untruth which has long been discredited

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2
as in lie
a statement known by its maker to be untrue and made in order to deceive the Web site is rife with untruths and misleading information

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as in deception
the quality or state of being false there is an element of untruth in all forms of art: works of art provide only a semblance of reality

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Recent Examples of untruth By contrast, animal hides are often non-biodegradable since they’re frequently coated in plastic—another untruth that has been promulgated by the industry. — Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2025 The verb lie, lie, lied, which means to tell an untruth, is an intransitive verb not requiring an object. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025 His persistent attacks against those who contradict his untruths or point out problems with his administration’s policies have created an atmosphere of fear that impedes bureaucrats from speaking up. — Daron Acemoglu, Foreign Affairs, 23 Mar. 2020 Badawi, having traveled to more than 34 African countries, dismantles many untruths in this prolific book. — Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 18 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for untruth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for untruth
  1. delusion
  2. lie
  3. deception
  4. myth
  5. tale
  6. illusion
  7. story
  8. error
Noun
  • The guests are just monkeys with delusions of grandeur and civilization.
    — Joe Joyce, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The series, produced by AMC Studios, is set within the delusion bubble of Silicon Valley.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of delusion
Noun
  • Perhaps unsurprisingly the main thrust of the Trend Micro research is looking at how AI is being used to make the lies that are used to get victims to click on links or divulge login credentials.
    — Davey Winder, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • The event unlocks a series of secrets, lies and regrets, as the people left behind can’t move forward without looking at the past.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of lie
Noun
  • In the beginning, each player is secretly assigned as either a Faithful or a Traitor, setting the stage for an intense game of deception, strategy and survival.
    — Jordana Comiter, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
  • After weeks of treachery and deception, the final roundtable has been viewed, and the winner or winners for The Traitors Season 3 have been revealed.
    — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of deception
Noun
  • Kennedy’s reaction to measles outbreaks alarms public health experts because the former lawyer embraces myths that vitamin A and cod liver oil are effective against the virus.
    — Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Mar. 2025
  • When the team compared the genetic obesity risk scores with the data gathered from the questionnaires, quite a few myths got busted.
    — Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of myth
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  • From casting backlash and political dustups to a lingering conversation of how to portray the tale's dwarfs in 2025, here's a timeline detailing the Snow White live-action remake's controversies.
    — Randall Colburn, EW.com, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The five performers take on an endless stream of characters, but each is assigned a principle character that solidly ground the tale.
    — Frank Rizzo, Variety, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of tale
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  • The wide front porch gives the illusion that the open-plan living and kitchen area extends past the exterior walls, through the (optional) all-glass double doors to the great outdoors.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The actress added square-toe boots and wore her blonde hair in a slicked style. 12 of 18 Alessandra Ambrosio For the Balenciaga Paris Fashion Week show, Alessandra Ambrosio opted for a navy blue sweater paired with illusion lingerie on the bottom.
    — Catherine Santino, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of illusion
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  • Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
  • This alert is in effect until 7 p.m. Source: The National Weather Service This story was originally published March 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of story
Noun
  • This week, fans began to read into what was either a slip-up or an error on the Starfield Creations website that showed at least one mod, now deleted, as having a PS logo as well as Xbox and PC.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Except that is a simplification of what the original dialogue says, and a localization error with big consequences.
    — Rafael Motamayor, IndieWire, 15 Mar. 2025
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