In bad faith

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adverbial phrase

Acting or doing something dishonestly with the intention of deceiving or misleading someone.

He accused the company of acting in bad faith when it sold him a car that had been in a major accident.
Visual representation of "in bad faith" - Acting or doing something dishonestly with the intention of deceiving or misleading someone

Often appears as...

  • act in bad faith
  • negotiate in bad faith

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Formal, Disapproving

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Intent Matters

The phrase implies intentional deception, not just a mistake or error.

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Claiming to be an expert without knowledge is in bad faith.
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Negative Connotation

Using 'in bad faith' suggests a negative judgment about someone's actions.

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Ignoring his promises, he acted in bad faith.
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Trust Broken

It implies that trust has been violated in a relationship or agreement.

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She negotiated the terms in bad faith, not planning to adhere.
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