Deceit -

Using "prosocial" lies to maintain harmony and social bonds. The Psychology: Why We Do It

How to Tell If Someone Is Lying to You, According to Experts deceit

The Art of the Untruth: Why Deception is a Universal Human Trait Using "prosocial" lies to maintain harmony and social bonds

Psychologists have identified several core motivations for why we bend the truth: deceit

The deep-seated need to belong often leads people to mirror others’ interests or inflate their own successes.

Many lies are "altruistic," intended to spare someone’s feelings or protect them from harm.