What is another word for fibs?

Pronunciation: [fˈɪbz] (IPA)

The word "fibs" refers to small lies that are told to avoid getting into trouble or to exaggerate a story. There are many synonyms that can be used to describe a fib, including falsehood, untruth, deception, fabrication, fiction, tall tale and white lie. Other synonyms for fibs are prevarication, mendacity, dissembling, dishonesty, equivocation, exaggeration, and misrepresentation. Each of these words describes different types of lies, from little white lies to more serious fabrications. Regardless of the term used, it's essential to be honest and truthful in all interactions with others.

What are the hypernyms for Fibs?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Fibs

To tell such fibs, Jo-si-ah!
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn
You talk against fibs, Miss Hyde; now what do you think of that?
"Wives and Widows; or The Broken Life"
Ann S. Stephens
It don't hinder her having told fibs all her lifetime.
"Not Pretty, But Precious"
John Hay, et al.

Famous quotes with Fibs

  • Ask me no questions, and I'll tell you no fibs.
    Oliver Goldsmith
  • Self-love, my friend, bewitches parents to give too much indulgence to infantine foibles;- the constant cry is, "Poor little soul, it knows no better!" If it swears, that's a sign of wit and spirit; if it fibs, it's so cunning and comical; if it steals, 'tis only a paw trick- and the mother exultingly cries, "My Jacky is so sharp, we can keep nothing from him!"
    Ignatius Sancho
  • “Er, will your grandmother tell that fib for you?” “I guess so. Yes, I'm sure she will. She says people have to tell little white fibs or else people couldn’t stand each other. But she says fibs were meant to be used, not abused.” “She sounds like a sensible person.”
    Robert A. Heinlein

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