Definition

A person who contradicts or shows something to be false.

Example

The belier of the rumors quickly set the record straight.

Conversation

I think some people can really be a belier about their achievements.

Yeah, it’s interesting how some folks exaggerate their successes.

Right? It makes it hard to trust what they say sometimes.

Totally! Authenticity is so important in friendships.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'belier' comes from the Old French 'belier', meaning 'to bleat' or 'to cry out', which is derived from the Latin 'balare', meaning 'to bleat'. The suffix '-er' indicates a person or thing that performs an action. Thus, 'belier' refers to one who bleats or makes a bleating sound, typically associated with sheep.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for bleating ('belier') and remember that a 'belier' is someone or something that makes that sound.

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