PoliticsAugust 31, 2026

falsifying

FALL-suh-fy-ing

Definition

The act of altering information or records in a way that makes them untrue or deceptive.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'falsus' (false) and 'facere' (to make), the word entered English via French to describe the act of rendering something untrue or forged.

In the news

The article explains that Gabriel’s Law clarifies accountability for social workers, specifically regarding the state's legal prohibitions against falsifying public records.

Valladares Champions Gabriel's Law To Protect Vulnerable Kids, Strengthen Child Welfare Accountability

Read the full article ↗

KHTS Radio

Related words

adjutant

A staff officer who assists a commanding officer with administrative and personnel duties.

Politics

antihate

Opposed to or intended to prevent speech, actions, or conduct driven by prejudice or…

Politics

baron

A person who holds significant power, influence, or control over a particular industry or…

Politics

caliph

The historical title of the chief Muslim civil and religious ruler, regarded as the…

Politics

denaturalize

To officially strip a person of their citizenship or nationality.

Politics

enemty

A state of deep-seated, active, or mutual hatred and ill will between individuals or…

Politics

Learn words like this every day

Meet new words every morning.

Newspoken pulls carefully chosen words from the day’s news — with clear definitions, context, and light review that makes them stick. Get it on your phone.