Mendacious

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Negative Connotation

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

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.

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.

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