Duplicitous: meaning, definitions and examples

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duplicitous

 

[ djuːˈplɪsɪtəs ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

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

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,574 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.