belied

[bih-lahyd]

adjective

1. false, contradictory, or misrepresented.

   Her first belied statement was that the witnesses would agree.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of belie.

Other Word Forms

• unbelied adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of belied¹

belie ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

Al-Houthi’s outward demeanor, however, belied a more strategic—and ruthless—streak that led him to link up more closely with backers that could facilitate the group’s rise.

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But his decision to switch to a more pragmatic five at the back for his last few games belied his principles early and doubts had crept into the squad.

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But this outcome belied an extended, hard-fought debate.

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The former Olympic athlete, who has died at the age of 84, had an urbane manner and "grandee" style, although it belied more humble origins.

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Leave her one-on-one, and she buried mid-range jumpers with a composure that belied her rookie tag.

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