falsify
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈfɔːlsɪfaɪ//
KK: /ˈfɔlsəˌfaɪ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make statements that are not true or to change information to make it false.
Example
He tried to falsify the evidence in the case.
Tense Forms
Past: falsified
Past Participle: falsified
Conversation
Did you hear that he might falsify his resume?
Really? I thought he was better than that.
Yeah, it’s surprising how far some people will go to get a job.
I know, right? Honesty is really important in those situations.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lie
mislead
deceive
Antonyms
verify
confirm
validate
transitive verb
Definition
To make something false or incorrect by changing it, such as lying about facts or altering documents.
Example
He tried to falsify the documents to get a loan.
Tense Forms
Past: falsified
Past Participle: falsified
Conversation
Did you hear about the guy who tried to falsify his documents to get a job?
Yeah, that's pretty risky! I can't believe people think they can get away with it.
Right? It’s so easy to check these days, you’d think he’d know better.
Root Explanation
Falsify → It is formed from "falsus" (meaning false) and "-fy" (meaning to make). The word "falsify" means to make something false or to alter it to be untrue.
Memory Tip
Think of making something 'false' ('falsus') — that's why falsify means to make something untrue.
Visually Confused Words
salsify