When you accuse someone of lying, you are saying he or she was intentionally dishonest, no bones about it. "Prevaricate" is less accusatory and softens the bluntness of "lie," usually implying that someone is evading the truth rather than purposely making false statements.

What is the synonym for prevaricate?

Frequently Asked Questions About prevaricate

Some common synonyms of prevaricate are equivocate, fib, lie, and palter. While all these words mean "to tell an untruth," prevaricate softens the bluntness of lie by implying quibbling or confusing the issue.

What do we call a liar?

· Words. A liar is a person who doesn't speak the truth. A lier is a person or object that rests in a horizontal position.