Is hiding the truth equal to lying?

A lie is an intent, whether by omission or commission, to deceive or misdirect. Hiding the truth about something with the purpose of deceiving or manipulating a person is a lie. read more

A lie is an intent, whether by omission or commission, to deceive or misdirect. Hiding the truth about something with the purpose of deceiving or manipulating a person is a lie. That doesn't mean all omissions are always lies, nor that all statements that are not true are lies. read more

Well you said the truth although not completely so it cannot be equivalent to lying. If you say the half truth, well you didn't lie. read more

Lying is when you actively tell someone something you know to be false. Answer #2 | 31/07 2015 14:08 No. Hiding the truth can mean you don't tell someone something because you think it might hurt them and serve no purpose. read more