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The rumor was untrue.
What does Untrue mean?
Untrue means not true.
Dictionary definition
Untrue means false or not based on fact.
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Untrue in a sentence
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The student corrected an untrue statement in the article.
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A claim can sound convincing but still be untrue if evidence does not support it.
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Practice 1
What does untrue mean?
Untrue describes a statement, claim, or idea that is false.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to untrue?
False is close in meaning because both words mean not true.
Practice 3
Which word is a useful contrast for untrue?
True is the direct contrast because untrue means not true.
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un · troo · strongest beat: troo
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WordUntrue.
Partadjective.
MeaningUntrue means not true.
ExampleExample: The rumor was untrue.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- un · troo
- Strongest beat
- troo
- Ending
- troo
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on troo.
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Synonyms
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falseUse when something is not true.
incorrectUse when an answer or statement is wrong.
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Hint for students
Untrue means not true or not supported by facts. It is useful when checking claims, rumors, answers, and evidence.
Common mix-up
Untrue is not the same as uncertain. Uncertain means not sure; untrue means false.
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Write one sentence that shows untrue without using the word untrue. Then underline the clue words that show a statement is false or not supported by facts. Example: The poster said the library opened at six, but the schedule showed it opened at nine. Clue words: poster said, but, schedule showed, opened at nine Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a statement that is false or not based on fact?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "A claim can sound convincing but still be untrue if evidence does not support it." Why does untrue fit better than accurate?
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