The term 'wasn't true' can be expressed in three different ways using crossword solutions. The first is 'LIED', which is a four letter word meaning to make an untrue statement with the intention of deceiving someone. The second is 'ERRED', which is a five letter word meaning to make a mistake or be wrong about something. The last is 'ranaround', which is a nine letter word meaning to avoid giving a direct answer or to deceive someone. All three words express the idea that something was not true.