lying

(noun) the deliberate act of deviating from the truth. Synonyms: prevarication, fabrication.

(verb) be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position. Synonyms: lie.

(verb) be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position. Synonyms: lie. Examples: "The sick man lay in bed all day." "The books are lying on the shelf."

(verb) originate (in). Synonyms: dwell, consist, lie, lie in. Examples: "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country."

(verb) be and remain in a particular state or condition. Synonyms: lie. Examples: "Lie dormant."

(verb) tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive. Synonyms: lie. Examples: "Don't lie to your parents." "She lied when she told me she was only 29."

(verb) have a place in relation to something else. Synonyms: lie, rest. Examples: "The fate of bosnia lies in the hands of the west." "The responsibility rests with the allies."

(verb) assume a reclining position. Synonyms: lie down, lie. Examples: "Lie down on the bed until you feel better."