Definition

Adverb: * In a manner that is not true or accurate; falsely. The word describes an action of speaking, representing, or characterizing something in a way that does not align with fact or reality.

Usage and Examples

"Untruly" is used to modify a verb, indicating that the action is performed in a false or incorrect manner. It is a formal and somewhat literary adverb.

• The witness testified under oath, leading to a charge of perjury.
• The article portrayed the events , causing public misunderstanding.
• He was accused of representing the company's finances to the investors.

Advanced Usage

• "to speak untruly": This is a formal equivalent of "to lie" or "to speak falsely."
  • The ambassador denied speaking untruly about the diplomatic negotiations.

Variants and Related Words

• Untrue (adjective): Not in accordance with fact or reality; false.
  • The statement was proven to be untrue.
• Untruth (noun): A false statement; a lie.
  • He was accused of spreading an untruth.

Synonyms

• Falsely
• Inaccurately
• Incorrectly
• Mendaciously (formal)

Antonyms

• Truly
• Truthfully
• Accurately
• Correctly

Adverb

1. in a untrue manner
   • he silenced the whisperings which connected her, untruly and unfairly, with his separation from his wife