Lying
Lying noun - The deliberate act of deviating from the truth.
Misconduct and lying are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Misconduct" instead a noun "Lying".
Misconduct
Misconduct noun - Improper or illegal behavior.
Lying and misconduct are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lying" instead a noun "Misconduct".
How words are described
| blatant | blatant lying | blatant misconduct |
Both words in one sentence
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Arson, Murder, and Jaywalking: The Five Precepts prohibit murder, stealing, sexual misconduct, lying, and intoxicants/intoxication.
Source: Useful Notes / Buddhism
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