Definition of 'false-hearted'
(ˈfɔlsˈhɑːrtɪd)
adjective
having a false or treacherous heart; deceitful; perfidious
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Derived forms
false-heartedly adverb
false-heartedness
noun
Word origin
[1565–75]This word is first recorded in the period 1565–75. Other words that entered English
at around the same time include: casing, conglomerate, node, syntax, volleyWord Frequency
false-hearted in British English
adjective
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treacherous in British English
adjective
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