Is it good or bad to lie? This specific issue has been debated all over the world for years and years, and it depends on the opinion of each of us to decide whether it is right or wrong to lie to others. Humans have the instinct to lie. The definition of a lie is “an intentionally false statement.” In different situations, lies are used in different ways. There are lies called “white lies” and others called “dark lies.” “White lies” are tiny lies, and a pretty useful and acceptable one. These lies are intended to avoid hurting or offending others. “Black lies” are a rare expression, used to deceive oneself and each other, or to protect oneself from pain. The questions currently popping up in your curious brain may be as follows. “So that means we can all tell white lies instead of black lies, right? This is true, and it can be false, although lies are still lies, and even white lies can hurt the feelings of others when they are not intended. Well, here are some situations to justify whether lying is actually right or wrong, from my point of view. Lies are morally wrong because they diminish the truthful connection between human beings. First, would you lie when your friend looks obnoxious in a dress that definitely doesn't match her style? If you lie and compliment her dress, you are doing it to avoid hurting her feelings. But what will happen if later, another of his friends tells him the truth about his appearance? She would probably consider you a liar, a lying and shameful friend. This would be the end of the relationship, or perhaps less serious, depending on your friend's understanding and your attitude towards her. On the other hand, if you tell the truth about her... middle of paper... relieve their families and loved ones. This means that by lying you avoid hurting others and preventing them from feeling depressed and hurtful. Overall, I think it's morally wrong to lie, and if you really want to be a trustworthy person, you shouldn't lie. It diminishes the sincere bond in a relationship, a breakdown between friends, families or even acquaintances, and no one will believe you or trust you once you lie too often. Also, there is no need to lie in front of your friends, as long as you have a strong bond between the two, trust is one of the important elements to have very good friends, which you could be proud of. However, in some circumstances, lying can be a good thing to do, for your own good. So to conclude, the best way to end this essay is to say that one should not lie as much as possible..