lie

Definition

• n. a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
• n. Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968)
• n. position or manner in which something is situated
• v. be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

Word forms

Past tense

lay

Present participle

lying

Third person singular

lies

Past participle

lain

Example sentences

1. n.

   Her story was just a lie to cover up the truth.

2. vi.

   I like to lie on the grass and watch the clouds.

3. vt.

   He lied to his friends about where he was going.