mendacity

/mɛnˈdæsəti/ · noun

Meaning

The fact or condition of being untruthful; dishonesty.
A deceit, falsehood, or lie.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

falsehood(English)deceit(English)deception(English)cover-up(English)secrecy(English)concealment(English)lying(English)begging(English)book(English)

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Sources

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