Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
interest-lies
Noun
/ˈɪntrəst laɪz/
Definition
The act of claiming or expressing one’s interests or intentions in a deceptive manner.
Examples
- He made an interest-lies presentation to secure funding for his project.
- Her interest-lies were evident when she talked about the collaboration, but her actions suggested otherwise.
Meaning
Interest-lies refer to statements or actions that misrepresent one’s true motivations or desires to achieve a particular advantage or outcome. It often involves presenting false or misleading information about what one truly cares for or stands to gain.
Synonyms
- Deceitful intentions
- Misrepresentation
- False pretenses
- Disingenuous claims
