Definition
Lacking in honesty or integrity; deceitful
Pronunciation
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Part of speech
adjective
Synonyms
deceitful, fraudulent, insincere, mendacious, underhanded
Antonyms
sincere, honest, truthful, straightforward, aboveboard
Example sentences
- The duplicitous actions of the businessman led to his downfall.
- She had no trust for the duplicitous man who had lied to her.
- The duplicitous behavior of the politician made him a reviled figure.
Usage
The word “duplicitous” is used to describe someone or something that lacks honesty or integrity, and is often used to suggest deceitfulness. It implies that a person or thing is untrustworthy or untruthful, and may be seen as being morally or ethically wrong. The word is often used in a negative context, indicating a lack of credibility or reliability. A person or thing that is described as “duplicitous” may be seen as being hypocritical or insincere, and is not necessarily viewed as being a good or trustworthy thing. In some contexts, the term may be used more broadly to describe anything that lacks honesty or integrity
