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falsamente

/falsaˈmente/adverbC1
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Meaning

falsely

  • In a false, untrue, or deceptive manner.
  • Insincerely or hypocritically.

In a sentence

È stato falsamente accusato di aver rubato quei documenti.

He was falsely accused of stealing those documents.

Ha sorriso falsamente per nascondere la sua irritazione.

She smiled insincerely to hide her annoyance.

Non dovresti dichiarare falsamente le tue entrate fiscali.

You shouldn't falsely declare your tax income.

Usage notes

  • Formed regularly from the feminine adjective 'falsa' + '-mente'.
  • Often modifies participles, e.g., 'falsamente accusato' (falsely accused).

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