half-truth Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition noun. a statement that is partly true but misleading. Example Sentence A half-truth is still a lie. Spelled with a hyphen. More Example Sentences He told a half-truth to avoid trouble. Synonyms misleading statement; partial truth; deception Antonyms truth; fact; honesty Hear It! Say It! Write It! half-truth Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: