Untruthfulness: meaning, definitions and examples

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untruthfulness

 

[ ʌnˈtruːθfʊlnəs ]

Context #1

in communication

The quality or fact of being untruthful; lack of truth or accuracy.

Synonyms

deceit, dishonesty, falsehood

Examples of usage

  • He was accused of untruthfulness in his statements to the press.
  • She always spoke with untruthfulness, never giving a straight answer.
Context #2

in behavior

The act or practice of not telling the truth; dishonesty.

Synonyms

fabrication, lying, mendacity

Examples of usage

  • Her untruthfulness led to the breakdown of trust in the relationship.
  • Their untruthfulness was exposed when the evidence came to light.

Translations

Translations of the word "untruthfulness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 falsidade

🇮🇳 असत्यता

🇩🇪 Unwahrheit

🇮🇩 ketidakbenaran

🇺🇦 неправдивість

🇵🇱 nieprawdziwość

🇯🇵 虚偽

🇫🇷 mensonge

🇪🇸 falsedad

🇹🇷 doğruluk dışı

🇰🇷 허위

🇸🇦 كذب

🇨🇿 nepravdivost

🇸🇰 nepravdivosť

🇨🇳 虚假

🇸🇮 nelažnost

🇮🇸 ósannindi

🇰🇿 өтірікшілік

🇬🇪 უსინამდვილობა

🇦🇿 yalançılıq

🇲🇽 falsedad

Word origin

The word 'untruthfulness' originated from the combination of 'un-' (meaning 'not') and 'truthfulness' (the quality of being truthful or honest). The concept of being untruthful has been present in human communication and behavior for centuries, with various cultures and societies emphasizing the importance of honesty and integrity. Throughout history, individuals and societies have grappled with the consequences of untruthfulness, recognizing its impact on relationships, trust, and overall well-being.

See also: truthful, truthfully, truthfulness, untruth, untruthful, untruthfully, untruths.