belie (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /bɪˈlaɪ/

Definition

To fail to give a true notion or impression of something; to disguise or contradict.

Examples

• The calm sea did not belie the storm that was brewing.

• Her confident performance belied her inner nervousness.

• The evidence seemed to belie the suspect's claims of innocence.

How to Use belie

belie something (prepositional phrase)

To give a false impression of something. — "The statistics belie the true extent of the problem."

Synonyms of belie

Words with a similar meaning to belie:

• contradict
• disprove
• negate
• refute

Antonyms of belie

Words with the opposite meaning to belie:

• confirm
• support
• corroborate

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