BELIES Meaning and
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The term "belies" is a verb that refers to the act of contradicting or falsely portraying something. It implies that the appearance or presentation of a person, thing, or situation is misleading, covering up the truth or reality behind it.
When something "belies" an expectation or assumption, it means that it proves it to be incorrect or mistaken, often in a way that surprises or disappoints. For example, if a person consistently appears confident and happy, but is secretly struggling with anxiety and depression, their outward demeanor "belies" their true emotional state. Similarly, a beautiful and tranquil-looking garden might "belies" the immense effort and maintenance required to keep it looking that way.
The term can also pertain to words, actions, or evidence that go against what is being claimed or suggested. For instance, if a politician's promises "belies" their history of failure to deliver on similar commitments, it casts doubt on the credibility of their claims. Similarly, if a criminal suspect's alibi is "belied" by surveillance footage showing them at the scene of the crime, their defense becomes questionable.
In summary, "belies" refers to the act of contradicting an expectation, appearance, claim, or assumption, exposing the true reality behind it. It implies that something is misrepresenting or concealing the truth, often leading to surprise or skepticism when the truth is revealed.
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Etymology of BELIES
The word "belies" comes from the Middle English word "belien", which was derived from the Old English word "beleogan". In Old English, "beleogan" meant "to deceive by lying". The word can be further traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "bileuganą", meaning "to belie" or "to deceive". This Proto-Germanic root is formed by combining "bi-" (meaning "around" or "by") and "leuganą" (meaning "to lie" or "to deceive").
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