What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lie, say, awkwardly or in a simple fashion? (6)" mean?

The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of LIE, + SAY, = EASILY The answer is EASILY.

Lie, say, awkwardly or in a simple fashion? (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17140 | 23 Down | 2023-07-13 flower