Duplicitous: meaning, definitions and examples
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duplicitous
[ djuːˈplɪsɪtəs ]
in a deceitful manner
Characterized by deceitfulness in speech or conduct; misleading; double-dealing.
Synonyms
deceitful, deceptive, dishonest, two-faced
Examples of usage
- He was known for his duplicitous nature, always saying one thing and doing another.
- The politician's duplicitous behavior was eventually exposed to the public.
Translations
Translations of the word "duplicitous" in other languages:
🇵🇹 duplicado
🇮🇳 धोखेबाज
🇩🇪 doppelzüngig
🇮🇩 bermuka dua
🇺🇦 дволикий
🇵🇱 dwulicowy
🇯🇵 二枚舌
🇫🇷 duplicité
🇪🇸 doble cara
🇹🇷 iki yüzlü
🇰🇷 이중적인
🇸🇦 مزدوج الوجه
🇨🇿 dvojitý
🇸🇰 dvojtvárny
🇨🇳 表里不一
🇸🇮 dvoličen
🇮🇸 tvískinnaður
🇰🇿 екіжүзді
🇬🇪 ორმაგი
🇦🇿 ikiüzlü
🇲🇽 doble cara
Word origin
The word 'duplicitous' originated from the Latin word 'duplicare', which means 'to double'. It evolved over time to convey the idea of being double-dealing or deceitful. The term has been used in English since the 19th century to describe individuals who engage in dishonest or deceitful behavior.