Definition Dictionary

Genuine in origin or character rather than copied, invented, or falsely presented.

The act of deliberately misleading someone through false statements or appearances.

The act of leading someone to believe something false, or a device used to do so.

A strongly held false belief or misleading impression.

To establish through evidence or reasoning that something is false.

A building's front, or a misleading outward appearance.

Expressing feelings or intentions that are not honestly held.

A published false statement that harms a person's reputation, especially in writing.

An incorrect belief or understanding.

A false or misleading account of facts, views, or events.

A false appearance, claim, or show of something.

An argument or evidence showing that a claim is false or mistaken.

To demonstrate that a claim or argument is false.

Coarsely abusive or damaging, often through false accusations.

An imitation of a situation or process; also a false display of a feeling or quality.

Appearing convincing or correct while actually being misleading or unsound.

False, counterfeit, or not genuinely what it claims to be.