Quote Originally Posted by Deceptus View Post
Lie? That depends on a lot of factors.

Mislead? Definitely.

Let's consult a dictionary.



Quote Originally Posted by Miriam-Webster;
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lie

Definition of lie (Entry 3 of 6)

intransitive verb
1 : to make an untrue statement with intent to deceive She was lying when she said she didn't break the vase. He lied about his past experience.
2 : to create a false or misleading impression Statistics sometimes lie. The mirror never lies.

transitive verb
: to bring about by telling lies He lied his way out of trouble.