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)
prevaricationHypernyms (Closely Related)
falsehoodfalsityuntruthHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Norwegian diplomat who was the first secretary general of the united nations (1896-1968)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trygve halvden lietrygve liePosition or manner in which something is situated
Lie - as a verb
Be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beHyponyms (Broadly Related)
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)
standsitOriginate (in)
Example: "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consistdwellBe 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)
misinformmisleadHyponyms (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)
restAssume a reclining position
Example: "Lie down on the bed until you feel better"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lie downHypernyms (Closely Related)
change postureHyponyms (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."
Word Game Points
Is LIE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lie is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordLIE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 4.
Is LIE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lie is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLIE has a WORDFEUD points total of 3.
