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Undeceived: meaning, definitions and examples

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undeceived

 

[ ˌʌndɪˈsiːvd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

state of mind

Undeceived refers to the state of having been liberated from a false belief or misconception. It implies gaining clarity and understanding after being misled or misinformed. This transformative state often leads individuals to perceive reality more accurately. The process of becoming undeceived can yield personal growth and enlightenment, as one sheds the illusions they once accepted.

Synonyms

awakened, disillusioned, enlightened

Examples of usage

  • After learning the truth, she felt completely undeceived.
  • His undeceived outlook allowed him to make better decisions.
  • The film's ending left the audience undeceived about the protagonist's fate.

Translations

Translations of the word "undeceived" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desiludido

🇮🇳 धोखा न खाया हुआ

🇩🇪 nicht getäuscht

🇮🇩 tidak tertipu

🇺🇦 не обманутий

🇵🇱 nieoszukany

🇯🇵 誤解されていない

🇫🇷 non trompé

🇪🇸 no engañado

🇹🇷 aldatılmamış

🇰🇷 속지 않은

🇸🇦 غير مخدوع

🇨🇿 neklamán

🇸🇰 neklamaný

🇨🇳 没有被骗

🇸🇮 neprevaran

🇮🇸 ekki blekktur

🇰🇿 алдаусыз

🇬🇪 არ გაწვდილი

🇦🇿 aldadılmamış

🇲🇽 no engañado

Etymology

The term 'undeceived' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'reverse of', combined with the past participle 'deceived', derived from the Latin 'decipere', meaning 'to ensnare, to beguile'. The evolution of the word reflects its roots in the concept of receiving a false impression and the subsequent act of removal of such deception. Dating back to Middle English, the term has been employed not just to describe the removal from lies, but also in moral and philosophical contexts where individuals seek truth over falsehood. Over time, 'undeceived' has become associated with moments of realization and awakening, marking significant shifts in personal understanding.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,832 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.