Which Zodiac Signs Are Most Likely to Lie?

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Plus, discover which signs tend to always tell the truth

Co-authored by Dan Hickey Reviewed by Stina Garbis

Last Updated: May 8, 2024 Fact Checked

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Your zodiac sign says a lot about you, but does it also reveal how honest you are? While every zodiac sign has the capacity to lie or be honest, Gemini, Scorpio, Libra, and Cancer may have a unique mix of traits that give them the impulse to lie more often than the other signs. In this article, we’ll delve into each of the 12 signs and their relationship with the truth, plus offer astrological tips on how to be more honest.

Zodiac Signs That Lie the Most

Chatty Gemini may be the zodiac sign most likely to lie because they’ll say anything to fit in with the people around them at the time. Mysterious Scorpio may also lie to hide their inner feelings and avoid being vulnerable with people. Non-confrontational Libra often fibs as well to keep the peace at all times.

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Zodiac Signs Most Likely to Lie

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Gemini Gemini is the chattiest zodiac sign, but that doesn’t mean everything they say is 100% the truth. This sociable air sign has a strong need to blend in and make conversation wherever they go, so they may find themselves fibbing to fit in and remain popular. Because they’re so fast and witty, they may not even catch themselves doing it.^{[1]
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- While Gemini doesn’t mean to cause any harm, their flexibility with the truth is what gives them a reputation for being “two-faced” sometimes.
- Tip for Gemini: Don’t be afraid to be your true self! As a Gemini, you’re plenty charming, intelligent, and funny. You have what it takes to be popular without embellishing the truth.
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Scorpio Intense, brooding Scorpio may feel the urge to lie to maintain a mysterious outward persona.^{[2]
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Research source} Deep down, this emotional water sign can be afraid to open up or be vulnerable, so they think lying or deceiving others first will prevent them from getting hurt later on. While this might seem manipulative at first glance, it’s often a reaction to their own insecurity.
- Scorpios tend to lie by omission rather than making up pure falsehoods. This contributes to their mysterious aura.
- Tip for Scorpio: Try to open up to your loved ones little by little. You may fear sticking your neck out, but your honesty will make your connections even stronger.
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Libra Non-confrontational Libra might say whatever it takes to avoid conflict and spare others’ feelings. They dislike lying, but their need to maintain balance and please everyone around them can force them to bend the truth.^{[3]
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Research source} A Libra is likely to tell their loved ones what they want to hear to avoid hurting them rather than the honest (and sometimes painful) truth.
- A Libra’s lies are typically well-intentioned, although they may also be tempted to lie to keep themselves out of trouble, too.
- Tip for Libra: Accept that often, the kindest thing to do for someone is tell the painful truth. If they find out you lied about something sensitive, they’ll be more upset than they originally might have.
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Cancer A protective sign, Cancer may lie to shield their loved ones from pain or keep them close. This water sign is empathetic and nurturing, so their lies are emotional rather than calculated.^{[4]
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Research source} They may cover up unpleasant truths or exaggerate perceived dangers to protect their loved ones from making mistakes or getting hurt.
- For example, a Cancer friend may make something up about your crush if they think that person is likely to betray or use you.
- Tip for Cancer: Your loved ones need to make their own mistakes to learn and grow. Use your nurturing power to support and comfort them instead of mislead them.

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Zodiac Signs Somewhat Likely to Lie

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Virgo A practical perfectionist, Virgo has a reputation for delivering the blunt (and sometimes critical) truth. However, this earth sign is also highly perceptive and can tell when the truth will sting. They may drop a calculated white lie to spare someone’s feelings, but only if they think it will be harmless (and no one will find out).^{[5]
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- Virgos love helping people and being useful. If they feel a fib will better support someone they care about, they may choose that over the full truth.
- Tip for Virgo: Work on delivering the truth more gently so you can be honest while supporting someone’s feelings. For example, pair a criticism with a compliment.
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Leo The loyal and generous Lion of the zodiac is generally honest and direct. However, Leos enjoy being the center of attention, can be competitive, and have a flair for the dramatic. This combination means they’re often tempted to exaggerate their accomplishments to steal the limelight or to dramatize real events for sympathy and attention.
- For example, a Leo doesn’t just “do well in school.” In their words, they might be a straight-A honor student (even if that’s not quite the case).
- Tip for Leo: There’s no need to exaggerate to fluff yourself up. If you’re genuinely excited about your skills, accomplishments, and passions, the people that care for you will be too!
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Capricorn Disciplined Capricorn doesn’t see the need to lie much—lies only cause more issues in the future, and this ambitious earth sign doesn’t want any obstacles on their path to success.^{[6]
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Research source} However, this ambition is also what tempts them to fib. If a lie will help them get ahead at work or be recognized, Capricorn may be dishonest to get ahead.
- For example, they might exaggerate their skills or experience in an interview to land their dream job or get a promotion.
- Tip for Capricorn: Use your far-sightedness to assess the possible consequences of lying. Getting caught often outweighs the short-term benefits, so stick to your practical nature and be honest.
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Pisces Dreamy and emotional Pisces lets their feelings shape their opinions and experiences. While they don’t often lie intentionally, they may misconstrue facts based on their emotional reaction, meaning their retelling of events isn’t always accurate or honest.^{[7]
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Research source} To others, this can come off as “playing the victim.”
- When a Pisces lies on purpose, they often come up with detailed, imaginative excuses (like the classic “my dog ate my homework”) that are fairly easy to see through.
- Tip for Pisces: Do your best to see things objectively and separate your emotions from facts. Your feelings are valid—there’s no need to defend them with fibs.

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Zodiac Signs Least Likely to Lie

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Taurus Taurus is practical, straightforward, and brutally honest by nature. They’re very loyal friends and partners who aren’t afraid to speak their mind or tell the truth, even if it hurts those around them.^{[8]
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Research source} To them, lies are bothersome and pointless—they get in the way of business and are too unpleasant for their sensual lifestyle.
- What could make Taurus lie? Taurus has a reputation for being stubborn. If they’re struggling to get their way, they might just fib to get what they want.
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Sagittarius Sagittarius is a philosophical, truth-seeking, adventurous sign. They’re open-minded and curious about discovering deeper truths and knowledge everywhere they go. They’re authentically themselves, even if that means going against the grain.^{[9]
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Research source} In fact, they’re known to be unpleasantly blunt when delivering bad news or facts (even to their closest loved ones).
- What could make Sagittarius lie? This fire sign values personal freedom. If they feel trapped or smothered, they may make up excuses to be on their own or get some space for a while.
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Aquarius At their core, Aquarius desires fairness, justice, and progress. This eccentric air sign isn’t afraid to be themself or speak their mind to stand up for others. They’re super honest about the problems they see in the world and view their clear communication as a tool to solve issues and advocate for transparency.^{[10]
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- What could make Aquarius lie? This fixed sign is dedicated to causes they believe in. If a white lie will help them make a positive difference, they’ll give in and fib as long as the ends justify the means.
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Aries The Ram of the zodiac is known for brutal honesty. They’re straightforward and want to get to the point without any funny business. Dependability and reliability are also very important to them in relationships, so they have no time or patience for lies or omissions. Aries is the ultimate “no funny business” sign.
- What could make Aries lie? Like Taurus, Aries can be hotheaded and stubborn. They’re also impulsive, and may lie if it means they can do things their way, right now.

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