falsely
adverb /ˈfɔːlsli/
/ˈfɔːlsli/
- wrongly; in a way that is based on something that is not true or not correct
- to be falsely accused of something
- Patients may falsely believe that screening prevents cancer.
- She falsely claimed to be a fraud victim.
- He was assaulted and falsely imprisoned.
- in a way that is not real or sincere
- She smiled falsely at his joke.