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Lier vs. Liar
Lier
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This word has no antonymsLiar
/ˈlaɪə/Examples:
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This word has no antonymsWays to tell them apart:
- Lier originates from lie in the sense of recline, so it refers to someone who lies down or is in a lying position.
- Liar is derived from lie in the sense of telling an untruth, thus it refers to someone who tells lies.
- Both lier and liar sound similar, but the meanings differ significantly based on the context of lying down versus lying about facts.
- Remember that liar has a focus on dishonesty, while lier is about physical position.
- Liar is more commonly used, while lier is rarely seen and is a more technical term.
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