Meaning & Definition of word "Liar"
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Liar
/ˈlaɪər/
noun:
- 1. a person who tells lies.
- Example: He was known as a liar, with a reputation for stretching the truth.
- 2. someone who deceives others by not telling the truth.
- Example: She felt betrayed when she discovered that her friend was a liar.
- 3. a person who habitually lies.
- Example: In his world, being a liar was a way of life.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English word 'leor,' meaning to tell a lie.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pinocchio:
A term used to describe someone who lies frequently.
liar, liar, pants on fire:
A childish rhyme used to call someone out for lying.
Related Words
lie:
To make a false statement or representation.
deceit:
The act of deceiving or misleading.
Slang Meanings of liar
Meaning: Bullshitter
Example Sentence: Don't listen to him, he's just a bullshitter.
Meaning: Fibbler
Example Sentence: She told a fib about where she was last night.