Cool MateMeaning of Lied
To have said something that is not true.
In simple words: To say something that is not true.
Lied in a sentence
- He lied about where he was to avoid getting in trouble.
- She lied during the investigation, which led to serious consequences.
- The politician lied to gain votes from the public.
- They claimed he lied on his resume, which ruined his chances for the job.
- He lied down after telling his story, feeling relieved but guilty.
How to use Lied
Used when someone has deliberately said something false. In formal writing, consider using 'deceived' instead.
Grammar pattern
lied + object
Memory hint
Lied sounds like 'lied down' - imagine someone lying down while telling a false story.
Related words
Collocations with Lied
- lied about
- lied to
- lied through one's teeth
- lied repeatedly
- lied convincingly
Synonyms for Lied
- deceived
- falsified
- misled
- fabricated
- misrepresented
Opposites of Lied
- told the truth
- admitted
- confessed
Common mistakes with Lied
- Confusing with 'lied' (to recline) vs 'lied' (past tense of lie).
- Using 'lied' when referring to a harmless falsehood instead of serious untruths.
- Not recognizing the context where 'lied' might be considered inappropriate.
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Frequently asked questions about Lied
What does Lied mean?
To say something that is not true.
What is the definition of Lied?
To have said something that is not true.
How do you use Lied in a sentence?
He lied about where he was to avoid getting in trouble.
Can you give another example of Lied?
She lied during the investigation, which led to serious consequences.
What are synonyms for Lied?
Common alternatives include deceived, falsified, misled, fabricated, misrepresented.
What is the opposite of Lied?
Opposite meanings include told the truth, admitted, confessed.
What words go with Lied?
It commonly pairs with lied about, lied to, lied through one's teeth, lied repeatedly, lied convincingly.
What are common mistakes when using Lied?
Confusing with 'lied' (to recline) vs 'lied' (past tense of lie). Using 'lied' when referring to a harmless falsehood instead of serious untruths. Not recognizing the context where 'lied' might be considered inappropriate.
How do you pronounce Lied?
US: //laɪd//, UK: //laɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Lied?
Used when someone has deliberately said something false. In formal writing, consider using 'deceived' instead.