Definition

In a way that is not true or correct; based on a lie or mistake.

Example

She was accused of falsely claiming to have a degree.

Conversation

I heard that story about Sarah, and it sounds like she was falsely accused.

Yeah, that's what I thought too; it didn't add up at all.

It's frustrating how people can jump to conclusions so quickly.

Totally! It's so unfair when someone gets judged falsely like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Falsely → It is formed from "false" (from Old French *fals*, meaning not true or incorrect) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "falsely" means in a manner that is not true or incorrect.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'false' to remember that 'falsely' means doing something in a way that is not true.

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