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LIE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Lie.

How to pronounce lie:

US

Lie - as a noun

A statement that deviates from or perverts the truth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prevarication20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
falsehood16falsity13untruth10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Norwegian diplomat who was the first secretary general of the united nations (1896-1968)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trygve halvden lietrygve lie

Position or manner in which something is situated

Lie - as a verb

Be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position

Example: "The sick man lay in bed all day"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
stand6sit3

Originate (in)

Example: "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consist9dwell9

Be and remain in a particular state or condition

Example: "Lie dormant"

Tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive

Example: "Don't lie to your parents"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
misinform16mislead10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Have a place in relation to something else

Example: "The fate of bosnia lies in the hands of the west"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rest4

Assume a reclining position

Example: "Lie down on the bed until you feel better"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lie down
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change posture
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She couldn't believe his blatant lie."
"He told a little white lie to avoid hurting her feelings."
"The detective was determined to uncover the truth hidden within the suspect's web of lies."
"He accused her of spreading malicious lies about him."
"The politician's false lies were exposed during the debate."
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Word Game Points

Is LIE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lie is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LIE has a SCRABBLE points total of 3.

Is LIE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lie is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LIE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 4.

Is LIE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lie is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LIE has a WORDFEUD points total of 3.

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