Mendacious

usgb/menˈdeɪʃəs/
adjective

Someone who is mendacious tells lies often.

His mendacious statements have damaged the credibility of the organization.
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Often appears as...

  • mendacious statements
  • mendacious behavior

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Formal, Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

Mendacious has a strong negative feeling, suggesting intentional dishonesty, not just a small or harmless lie.

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Politicians who are often mendacious lose the public's trust quickly.
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Formal Language

'Mendacious' is formal and might not be used in casual conversation; it’s more common in written English or formal speech.

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The judge referred to the witness's mendacious testimony.
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Cultural Usage

Mendacious may appear in contexts discussing ethics or philosophy, where truth and deception are central themes.

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In his novel, the mendacious protagonist faces the consequences of his lies.
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