belie meaning

UK /bɪˈlaɪ/ US /bɪˈlaɪ/ 2 syllables

belie (verb): be in contradiction with.

belie has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

belie as a verb

  1. be in contradiction with

    Synonyms: contradict, negate

    Type of: deviate

  2. represent falsely
    • This statement misrepresents my intentions

    Synonyms: misrepresent

    Type of: represent

    Kinds: sentimentalize, falsify, feign

How to pronounce belie

belie is pronounced /bɪˈlaɪ/ in British English and /bɪˈlaɪ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Words that rhyme with belie

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