诬告
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Meaning: false accusation
How to Understand
诬告
诬告 means to make a false accusation, especially against someone to authorities. It implies deliberate deception with the intent to harm or punish another person.
The character 诬 (wū) means 'false' or 'deceitful,' while 告 (gào) means 'to accuse' or 'to report.' Together, they form a term that specifically refers to lying to official institutions for malicious purposes.
诬告 is often used in legal contexts and carries serious consequences. In Chinese culture, it is considered a severe crime because it undermines justice and trust in the legal system. People are advised to be cautious and ensure their claims are truthful before reporting to authorities.
Example Sentences
他被诬告犯有盗窃罪，但最终证明他是无辜的。
He was falsely accused of theft, but it was eventually proven that he was innocent.
她为了报复前男友，诬告他偷了她的钱。
She falsely accused her ex-boyfriend of stealing her money out of revenge.