5 letter words starting with BELI

Belie

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: To give a false impression of something; to contradict or show to be false

Pronunciations: US: /bɪˈlaɪ/; UK: /bɪˈlaɪ/

Origin and Usage: The word "belie" comes from the Old English word "belēogan" which means "to deceive by lying." It has been used in English since the 12th century. "Belie" is often used in literature and academic writing to describe situations where something appears to be one way but is actually another.

Synonyms: contradict, negate, refute, disprove, debunk

Related Words: biles, bield, blite, libel, sable

Example Sentences:

• Her calm exterior belied the anxiety she felt inside.
• The statistics belie the companys claim of growth.
• His smile belies the sadness hes feeling.
• Their actions belie their words.