Knave and Liar

Knave

Knave noun - A mean, evil, or unprincipled person.
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Liar and knave are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Liar" instead a noun "Knave".

Nearby Words: knavery, knavish

Liar

Liar noun - A person who tells lies.
Usage example: she knew he was a liar when he started claiming that he was an astronaut
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Knave and liar are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Knave" instead a noun "Liar".
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