Etymology
The word "belie" is derived from the Middle English "belien," which is itself derived from the Old French "belier" or "beslier," meaning "to lie." The word ultimately traces back to the Latin word "bellator," meaning "warrior" or "fighter."
Meaning
The verb "belie" has two distinct meanings:
To give a false or misleading impression of:
To contradict or disprove:
Origin
The use of "belie" in the sense of "to give a false impression" originated in the 16th century. The word developed from its original meaning of "to lie" and came to be used to describe actions or appearances that contradict the underlying truth.
The use of "belie" in the sense of "to contradict or disprove" emerged in the 17th century. This meaning is derived from the verb's original sense of "to lie" and reflects the idea of refuting or discrediting a statement or claim.
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