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
- be in contradiction with
Synonyms: contradict, negate
Type of: deviate
- 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
Word lists: words starting with BE · words ending in IE · 5-letter words
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