falsification

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of making a false statement or representation, especially with deliberate intent.

  - "The scientist's falsification of data led to the rejection of his research."
  - "The politician's falsification of his resume led to his downfall."

• Noun

  The alteration or distortion of information, often with the intention to deceive.

  - "The falsification of historical records can lead to a distorted understanding of the past."
  - "The falsification of medical records is a serious ethical violation."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with falsification
misconception , perception , inflection

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Variants

List of all variants of falsification that leads to same result
falsifiabilities , falsifiability , falsifiable , falsification , falsifications , falsified , falsifier , falsifiers , falsifies , falsify , falsifying

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Etymology

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From the Latin falsus 'deceitful, false' + -ation.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'falsification' was first used in a scientific context by Francis Bacon in 1620.

2. Falsification is a key concept in the scientific method, as scientists must test hypotheses against empirical evidence and falsify any theories that do not hold up.

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Related Concepts

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1. Lies: Falsification is a form of lying, but it specifically refers to the manipulation of information or records.

2. Deception: Falsification is a form of deception, but it specifically refers to the manipulation of information or records to mislead or misrepresent.

3. Forgery: Falsification can involve forgery, which is the creation of a false document or artifact.

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Culture

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Falsification has been a significant theme in literature and art, often exploring the consequences of deceit and the complexities of truth. In George Orwell's 1984, falsification of historical records and language is a central aspect of the totalitarian regime.

How to Memorize "falsification"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scale with truth on one side and falsification on the other. Truth is represented by a balanced scale, while falsification is represented by a weight that tips the scale.

2. associate
   

   - Associate falsification with the idea of a mask or a disguise. Just as a mask hides the true identity, falsification hides the true information.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym FALS: False, Altered, Lied, Suppressed.

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