Deceitful

usgb/dɪˈsiːtfl/
adjective

Someone who is deceitful is dishonest and tries to make you believe something that is not true.

Our deceitful landlord promised to fix the heating, but he never did.
Visual representation of "deceitful" - Someone who is deceitful is dishonest and tries to make you believe something that is not true.

Often appears as...

  • deceitful person
  • deceitful practices

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Negative Connotation

The word 'deceitful' has a negative meaning, suggesting intentional dishonesty or trickery.

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She gave a deceitful excuse for missing the appointment.
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Emotionally Charged

'Deceitful' often implies betrayal which can evoke strong emotional responses from people.

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Finding out her friend was deceitful broke her trust.
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Detect Through Context

To spot deceitful language, pay attention to inconsistencies or contradictions in what's being said.

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His story sounded deceitful, with dates and places not matching up.
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