Meaning of untrue in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌənˈtru/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   untrue

   Definitions

   1. not according with the facts

   Examples

   • « unfortunately the statement was simply untrue »
   • « the facts as reported were wrong »

   Synonyms

   • false
2. 2. not true to an obligation or trust

   Examples

   • « is untrue to his highest opportunity and duty-Bruno Laske »

   Synonyms

   • unfaithful
3. 3. not accurately fitted

   Examples

   • « not level »
   • « the frame was out of true »
   • « off-level floors and untrue doors and windows »

   Synonyms

   • uneven
4. 4. (used especially of persons) not dependable in devotion or affection

   Examples

   • « unfaithful »
   • « a false friend »
   • « when lovers prove untrue »

   Synonyms

   • inconstant