Mendaciously
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mɛnˈdeɪʃəsli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Mendaciously is an adverb meaning In a lying or deceitful manner.
Meaning
In a lying or deceitful manner.
Example Sentences
As a politician, he was very adept at speaking mendaciously in public.
I don't think I'm going to buy what she just told me. Her gestures, eye movements, and hesitancy in her tone raised some substantial red flags. Therefore, I have reason to believe she was giving an excuse mendaciously. If you could've witnessed this, you'd know it too!
Synonyms for mendaciously
Depending on context, synonyms include deceitfully, untruthfully.
Antonyms for mendaciously
Common opposites include truthfully.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include untruthfully, lyingly, deceitfully, deceptively, deceivingly, disingenuously.
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