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Meaning of fib
A fib is a small or trivial lie, often told to avoid hurting someone's feelings or to get out of trouble.
Etymology of fib
The word "fib" originated in the mid-17th century, likely as a shortened form of "fibble-fable," which was a nonsense word used to describe a trivial or insignificant lie
Historically, the term has been used to describe small, harmless deceptions, often told to avoid conflict or to spare someone's feelings
Synonyms
Definitions
- A false statement or story, especially one that is only slightly untrue or is told to avoid hurting someone's feelings
- To tell a fib or lie, especially in a small or trivial way
Usage Examples
- She told a fib about her age to get into the movie
- He fibbed about eating the last cookie, but the crumbs on his shirt gave him away
- The child fibbed about breaking the toy, but eventually confessed to the truth