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Mendacity

Definition

(formal) The quality of being dishonest or deceitful; the tendency to lie or distort the truth. Often used to describe a habitual or systemic pattern of dishonesty rather than a single instance of lying.

Example Sentences

1The politician's mendacity was exposed when it was revealed that she had been embezzling funds from her campaign.
2The novel explores the theme of mendacity in relationships, highlighting the ways in which even small lies can erode trust.
3The company's mendacity was evident in their misleading advertising claims, which were later found to be false.
4The philosopher argued that mendacity is a fundamental aspect of human nature, citing the prevalence of white lies and social deception.
5The journalist's investigation into the government's mendacity regarding the scandal led to a major public outcry and calls for greater transparency.

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