Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
give-the-lie-to
idiom
/ˈɡɪv ðə laɪ tə/
Definition
To openly contradict or challenge someone, often to their face; to expose falsehoods or untruths.
Examples
- If he keeps making these false claims, I’m going to have to give the lie to what he says.
- When she discovered the truth, she decided to give the lie to his story in front of everyone.
- It takes courage to give the lie to someone who consistently lies and deceives.
Meaning
This phrase conveys the idea of directly confronting someone who is being dishonest or deceptive, effectively calling them out on their lies.
Synonyms
- to contradict
- to dispute
- to challenge
