An experienced, industrious, ambitious, and often quite picturesque liar.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This describes a specific type of liar who is skilled, hardworking, and charismatic in their deception.
- In plain terms
- A liar who is skilled, busy, and attractive.
- What can you take from it?
- Deception often requires effort and charm.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you recognize a skilled liar?
- Is charm ever a sign of dishonesty?
Another view
It glorifies dishonesty by highlighting the liars success traits.
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