Untrue and Unsound

Untrue

Untrue adjective - Not being in agreement with what is true.
Usage example: “the sky is purple” is an untrue statement

Unsound is a synonym for untrue in correct topic. In some cases you can use "Unsound" instead an adjective "Untrue", when it comes to topics like dishonest, flawed, incorrect.

Nearby Words: untruth, untruly

Unsound

Unsound adjective - Not being in agreement with what is true.
Usage example: an unsound and pernicious stereotype

Untrue is a synonym for unsound in correct topic. You can use "Untrue" instead an adjective "Unsound", if it concerns topics such as incorrect.

Nearby Words: unsounded, unsoundly
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