Fib

usgb/fɪb/
noun

A lie that is considered small or harmless.

He told a little fib about his homework.
Visual representation of "fib" - A lie that is considered small or harmless

Often appears as...

  • tell a fib
  • little fib
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Small Deceptions

Used for trivial lies that are often told to avoid hurting someone's feelings or for convenience.

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When he said he liked her cooking, it was just a fib to avoid upsetting her.
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Informal Context

Commonly used in casual conversation rather than formal or serious situations.

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In the lunchroom, Joe fibbed for a laugh, claiming he'd baked the pie himself.
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Often Juvenile

Frequently associated with children who might fib to escape trouble or punishment.

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The child fibbed about not taking the cookie from the jar.
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