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deceptive

The word “deceptive” has 3 syllables: de-cep-tive

It's pronounced as /dɪˈsɛptɪv/

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In the thesaurus, “deceptive” has 107 synonyms and 37 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for deceptive along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for deceptive

Antonyms for deceptive

Meanings of deceptive

  • adjective
    1. Likely or attempting to deceive.

Example Sentences

  • The salesperson's deceptive tactics made customers feel misled.
  • His deceptive behavior caused many people to doubt his honesty.
  • The advertisement was deceptive, promising benefits that didn't actually exist.
  • A deceptive appearance can sometimes hide a person's true intentions.
  • The detective uncovered the deceptive scheme behind the fraudulent transactions.

On this page you'll find 144 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deceptive, such as: aboveboard, ambidextrous, ambiguous, artful, artificial, astucious, backhanded.

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