PALTER is a term used to describe a type of behavior that involves dishonesty and manipulation. HAGGLE, EQUIVOCATE, WAVER, TRIFLE, DICKER, FALSIFY, BARGAIN, DECEIVE, FIB, and LIE are all words that can be used to describe this behavior. HAGGLE is a verb meaning to argue or BARGAIN persistently, usually over the cost of something. EQUIVOCATE is a verb meaning to use ambiguous language to avoid telling the truth or to mislead. WAVER is a verb meaning to be uncertain or indecisive. TRIFLE is a verb meaning to treat something as unimportant or to waste time on something. DICKER is a verb meaning to HAGGLE or BARGAIN over the price or details of something. FALSIFY is a verb meaning to deliberately misrepresent the truth. BARGAIN is a verb meaning to negotiate over the price or terms of a transaction. DECEIVE is a verb meaning to deliberately mislead or trick someone. FIB is a noun meaning a small LIE. LIE is a verb meaning to make an untrue statement with the intention of deceiving someone.