lies
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for lies, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — Third-person singular present tense of "lie" — says something untrue on purpose.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “lies” mean?
The word “lies” means third-person singular present tense of "lie" — says something untrue on purpose. In plain terms, most often the verb/noun forms tied to "lie" (an untruth); rarely used as slang for "great.".
How do you pronounce “lies”?
“Lies” is pronounced lyz (/laɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “lies” in a sentence?
Here is “lies” used in a sentence: “He lies about his age whenever it suits him.”
What part of speech is “lies”?
Depending on how it is used, “lies” can be a verb, a noun and an adjective.
Is “lies” a common word?
“Lies” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “lies” have?
“Lies” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: third-person singular present tense of "lie" — says something untrue on purpose.
What is the difference between 'lies' and 'lays'?
'Lies' comes from the verb 'lie', which takes no object — a person lies down, or lies by telling an untruth. 'Lays' comes from 'lay', which needs an object — you lay something down. If you can replace it with 'places', use 'lays'; if nothing is being placed, use 'lies'.
Does 'lies' always mean telling untruths?
No. 'Lies' has two unrelated senses. One means saying something false on purpose — 'he lies to avoid trouble'. The other means to recline or be positioned — 'she lies on the sofa', or 'the village lies to the north'. Context makes clear which meaning is intended.
What is the opposite of 'lies' when it means telling untruths?
The opposite is telling the truth — being honest or truthful. Where someone who lies deliberately says something false, someone who tells the truth reports things as they really are. Related expressions include 'is honest', 'comes clean', and 'levels with you'.