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- pronunciation:
- tru
- parts of speech:
- adjective, adverb
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
truer, truest |
| definition 1: |
in agreement with fact.
The jury had to decide if they believed that the witness had made a true statement.- synonyms:
- accurate, correct, right
- antonyms:
- false, mistaken, untrue
- similar words:
- actual, authentic, certain, faithful, honest, just, real, sound, sure, truthful, valid
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| definition 2: |
real or genuine.
I've always wanted to own a true diamond.- synonyms:
- authentic, genuine, real
- antonyms:
- fake
- similar words:
- actual, honest, natural, sincere
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| definition 3: |
faithful; loyal.
You are a true friend because you've always been there for me.- synonyms:
- fast, loyal
- antonyms:
- untrue
- similar words:
- constant, devoted, firm, good, obedient, steadfast
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| definition 4: |
legitimate or according to law.
I will become the true owner of his estate.- synonyms:
- legitimate
- similar words:
- just, legal, official, proper, recognized, right, valid
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| related words: |
concrete, original, scrupulous, solemn, special, steady |
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| inflections: |
truer, truest |
| definition: |
exactly.
The judge always stayed true to the constitution.- synonyms:
- accurately, exactly, precisely
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Word Builder: true +
- truly:
in a real or honest way.
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