Mistruth

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪsˈtɹuθ/

Mistruth (noun)

  1. A statement that is not true, given as if it were true.
  2. Information that is partly true but includes a wrong part, making the whole claim misleading.

Examples

  • The report contains a false statement that misleads readers.
  • Her speech includes a false statement, so people doubt her.