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Deceive Meaning in English

word

/dɪˈsiv/
di-SEEV
/dɪsˈiːv/
di-SEEV

التعريف

To make someone believe something that is not true, usually to get an advantage or avoid blame.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

'Deceive' is formal or neutral, common in writing and news. Strongly negative; it implies intention. Often used in 'deceive someone into (doing something)'. Do not confuse with 'mislead' (less direct) or 'cheat' (often about breaking rules for profit).

جمل نموذجية

He tried to deceive his teacher about his homework.

basic

It is wrong to deceive your friends.

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Some people deceive others to make money.

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She felt hurt when she realized he had deceived her for months.

natural

Don't let appearances deceive you—things aren't always what they seem.

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The company deceived customers into thinking the product was safe.

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