belie (Meaning)
belie (v)
be in contradiction with
represent falsely
belie (n.)
To show to be false; to convict of, or charge with, falsehood.
To give a false representation or account of.
To tell lie about; to calumniate; to slander.
To mimic; to counterfeit.
To fill with lies.
Synonyms & Antonyms of belie
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
belie Sentence Examples
- His charming smile belied his true intentions.
- The serene lake's surface belied the lurking dangers beneath.
- Her youthful appearance belied her advanced age.
- The politician's promises belied his lack of action.
- The lavish décor belied the modest living conditions of the occupants.
- His boasting belied his true accomplishments.
- The child's innocent eyes belied the trauma he had witnessed.
- The trader's friendly demeanor belied his cunning negotiating skills.
- The seemingly harmless animal belied its hidden venom.
- The calm and collected facade belied the inner turmoil that raged within.
FAQs About the word belie
be in contradiction with, represent falselyTo show to be false; to convict of, or charge with, falsehood., To give a false representation or account of., To tel
misrepresent, obscure, conceal,hide, contradict, distort, pretend, dissemble, camouflage, misreport
represent, demonstrate, reveal, demonstrate, betray,represent, reveal, betray, disclose, expose
His charming smile belied his true intentions.
The serene lake's surface belied the lurking dangers beneath.
Her youthful appearance belied her advanced age.
The politician's promises belied his lack of action.
