What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lied
Example
He lied to his boss about being sick to get out of work. [lied: verb]
Example
She knew he was lying when he said he didn't eat the last cookie. [lying: present participle]
fibbed
Example
I fibbed to my friend and told her I liked her new haircut. [fibbed: verb]
Example
He fibbed about liking the gift, even though he didn't. [fibbing: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fibbed is more commonly used than lied in everyday language, especially in casual conversations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between lied and fibbed?
Lied is more formal and serious than fibbed, and it is usually reserved for more serious situations where the consequences of the falsehood can be significant.
