duplicitous
0 antonyms and opposites of duplicitous, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Deliberately dishonest, saying one thing while meaning or doing another.
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Etymology
Formed from "duplicity" plus the adjective ending "-ous."
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What does “duplicitous” mean?
The word “duplicitous” means deliberately dishonest, saying one thing while meaning or doing another. In plain terms, two-faced and deceitful — saying one thing to one person and something contradictory to another.
How do you pronounce “duplicitous”?
“Duplicitous” is pronounced dyuu-PLIH-sih-tuhs (/duːˈplɪsətəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “duplicitous” in a sentence?
Here is “duplicitous” used in a sentence: “His duplicitous behaviour finally caught up with him when both stories fell apart.”
What part of speech is “duplicitous”?
“Duplicitous” is an adjective.