English Explanatory Dictionary

ring true

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To seem to be correct, or plausible

Pronunciation

En-au-ring true.ogg

Word forms

ring true rings true ringing true rang true rung true

Etymology

From the sound of a coin when tested for authenticity.

Antonyms

ring false ring hollow
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