hypocrisy
word
Definition
The act of pretending to have beliefs, feelings, or qualities that you do not actually have, especially when your actions show the opposite.
Usage & Nuances
Generally a negative word, formal or neutral tone. Common with 'political hypocrisy', 'religious hypocrisy', or to accuse someone of 'hypocrisy'. Do not confuse with 'irony' or 'sarcasm', which have different meanings.
Spanish: hipocresíaPortuguese (BR): hipocrisiaPortuguese (PT): hipocrisiaChinese (Simplified): 虚伪Chinese (Traditional): 偽善 - 虛偽Hindi: पाखंडArabic: نفاقBengali: ভণ্ডামি - কপটতাRussian: лицемериеJapanese: 偽善Vietnamese: đạo đức giảKorean: 위선Turkish: ikiyüzlülükUrdu: منافقتIndonesian: kemunafikan
Example Sentences
It is hypocrisy to say one thing and do another.
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People dislike hypocrisy in leaders.
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She hates hypocrisy and values honesty.
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Calling others selfish while acting selfish yourself is pure hypocrisy.
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Many people are tired of the political hypocrisy they see on TV.
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Don’t lecture me about being late; that’s just hypocrisy coming from you.
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