Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to live a lie
idiom
/tə lɪv ə laɪ/
Definition
To maintain a false belief or to behave in a way that is not truthful regarding one’s life situation or beliefs.
Examples
- She felt that she was living a lie by pretending to be happy in her job.
- After years of living a lie, he finally decided to come clean about his true feelings.
- Many people who live a lie struggle with their identity and self-acceptance.
Meaning
To deceive oneself or others, often by avoiding the truth about one’s circumstances or feelings.
Synonyms
- deceive oneself
- be in denial
- maintain a facade
