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Liar
Sounds like
lyer
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Simple meaning
What does Liar mean?
A liar is someone who tells a lie on purpose.
Dictionary definition
A person who says something false on purpose.
Example sentences
Liar in a sentence
easy
The story taught that being a liar can hurt trust.
medium
The character was called a liar after saying something he knew was false.
hard
The lesson used liar carefully to discuss honesty, trust, and better choices.
Synonyms
Words like Liar
untruthful personsomeone who does not tell the truth
deceiversomeone who tries to make others believe something false
Antonyms
Opposite words
truth-tellersomeone who tells the truth
honest personsomeone who is truthful
Word family
Liar word family
Base word
liar
noun
liar
Someone who tells a lie on purpose.
noun
liars
More than one person who tells lies.
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Practice 1
What does liar mean?
Liar means someone who tells a lie on purpose
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to liar?
A liar is an untruthful person.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym or strong contrast for liar?
A truth-teller is a contrast because that person tells the truth.
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