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A liar is always lavish of oaths. [Fr., Un menteur est…

“A liar is always lavish of oaths. [Fr., Un menteur est toujours prodigue de serments.]” quote by Pierre Corneille
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“A liar is always lavish of oaths. [Fr., Un menteur est toujours prodigue de serments.]”

Pierre Corneille

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A habitual liar overuses promises, making oaths cheap and meaningless.

In simple terms: Liars overpromise.

Key Takeaway

Beware empty promises.

Themes

trust deception language

Mood

cautious critical

Type

dramatic ethical

When to use this quote

  • political speeches
  • personal relationships
  • marketing
  • legal contracts

Key Concepts

ethics rhetoric habit

Questions to Reflect On

  • What promises have you taken for granted?
  • How can you restore trust after overpromising?
A Different Perspective

Overuse can erode credibility, not just for liars.

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