Fable and Veracity

Fable

Fable noun - A statement known by its maker to be untrue and made in order to deceive.
Usage example: the fables that people tell themselves to rationalize their failures and shortcomings

Veracity is an antonym for fable.

Nearby Word: fabled

Veracity

Veracity noun - Devotion to telling the truth.

Fable is an antonym for veracity.

Nearby Word: veracious
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