false belief

• Croyance incorrecte ou erronée, une opinion ou une idée qui n'est pas fondée sur des faits ou la réalité, souvent maintenue en dépit de preuves contraires.

A mistaken or incorrect conviction or opinion that is not based on fact or reality, often held despite evidence to the contrary.

1. Incorrect convictionB2formal

   A belief that is not true or is based on incorrect information.

   fausse croyance

   • He held the false belief that the Earth was flat.
   • Many people have a false belief that all snakes are dangerous.
   • The false belief about the medicine's effectiveness led to misuse.

2. MisconceptionB2formal

   A view or opinion that is mistaken because it is based on faulty thinking or understanding.

   idée fausse

   • The false belief that success comes only from luck is common.
   • She corrected his false belief about the historical event.
   • False beliefs can spread quickly through social media.