# false light

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A point of view resulting in a misleading or inaccurate representation of a person, situation, or fact.
2. A cause of action arising under the common law where a person is portrayed in a way which, while not technically false, is misleading and likely to cause embarrassment to that person.

## Source
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