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true
/troo/
 
adj.
 
1.
Def.: eleg; malehet
MS: eleg; malehet
If something is true, it fits the reality (e.g., a true story).
The story she told us wasn't true, she just made it up.
 
adj.
 
2.
Def.: telek; malehet
MS: telek; malehet
If something is true, it is real (e.g., a true diamond).
It looks like a pearl, but it's not a true pearl.
 
adj.
 
3.
Def.: matareng; matulanged; matalengteng
MS: matareng; matulanged; matalengteng
If a person is true, they are faithful, and always do the good or right thing for their friend or family member.
She is a true friend; she visited me almost every day when I was sick.
He remained true to his wife throughout their marriage, and never cheated with other women.
Sem.Dom.: GSL0376-0400
 
 
untrue
 
adj.
not true.
Status: ready

Last updated: 10/May/2012