Deceitfully: meaning, definitions and examples
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deceitfully
[ dɪˈsiːtfəli ]
in a deceptive manner
In a dishonest or misleading way, with the intention to deceive.
Synonyms
deceptively, dishonestly, fraudulently.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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deceitfully |
Used to describe actions done with the intention to mislead or trick someone. Usually implies a plan to deceive others.
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dishonestly |
Describes actions lacking honesty, integrity, or fairness. Implies a moral failing.
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fraudulently |
Used in legal or financial contexts to describe actions intended to cheat or defraud someone.
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deceptively |
Used to describe something that appears different from what it actually is. Often describes appearances that can mislead.
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Examples of usage
- He smiled deceitfully as he lied to her face.
- She acted deceitfully in order to get what she wanted.
in a cunning way
In a sly or crafty manner, often to achieve a specific goal.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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deceitfully |
This word is used to describe actions that involve deliberate lying or cheating, and it carries a negative connotation. |
slyly |
Use this when referring to someone who behaves in a clever but secretive way, often hinting at something mischievous. |
craftily |
Use this when describing someone who uses clever and sometimes sneaky methods to achieve something, usually without directly lying. |
cunningly |
This word is appropriate when referring to someone who uses intelligence and skill in a way that is often tricky or deceitful. |
Examples of usage
- The fox moved deceitfully through the undergrowth, stalking its prey.
- She planned deceitfully to outsmart her opponents.
Translations
Translations of the word "deceitfully" in other languages:
🇵🇹 enganosamente
🇮🇳 धोखे से
🇩🇪 betrügerisch
🇮🇩 dengan menipu
🇺🇦 обманливо
🇵🇱 podstępnie
🇯🇵 詐欺的に
🇫🇷 trompeusement
🇪🇸 engañosamente
🇹🇷 aldatıcı bir şekilde
🇰🇷 사기적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل مخادع
🇨🇿 podvodně
🇸🇰 klamlivo
🇨🇳 欺骗地
🇸🇮 prevarantsko
🇮🇸 svikullega
🇰🇿 алдап
🇬🇪 მოტყუებით
🇦🇿 aldadıcı şəkildə
🇲🇽 engañosamente
Etymology
The word 'deceitfully' is derived from the Middle English word 'deceiteful', which comes from the Old French 'deceit', meaning 'deception'. The root of the word can be traced back to the Latin 'decipere', which means 'to deceive'. The concept of deceit has been present throughout human history, with various cultures and societies recognizing the act of deception as a means to achieve personal gain or advantage.
See also: deceitfulness.