: We are exceptionally good at convincing ourselves that a lie is harmless, whether it's for someone else's benefit or because "everyone else is doing it".
: Knowingly false statements made to mislead someone for a specific gain. The Truth About Lies
: Fabrications intended to make yourself look better or more impressive. : We are exceptionally good at convincing ourselves
: Harmless or beneficial social lubricants (e.g., complimenting food you didn't like). The Truth About Lies
Reports on human deception generally categorize lies into four main groups: