falsehood
Pronunciation: /ˈfɒlsˌhʊd/
The English word “falsehood” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- The property of being false.
- A false statement, especially an intentional one; a lie.
- Mendacity, deceitfulness; the trait of lying.
Etymology
From Middle English falshede, from false + -hede, equivalent to false + -hood.
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