hypocrite
Hypocrite (noun) means someone whose actions contradict the beliefs or values they claim to hold. Example: “He called out his coworker as a hypocrite for breaking the very rules he enforced.”
How to use hypocrite
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who preaches one thing but does another.
Word forms
hypocrites plural
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He called out his coworker as a _____ for breaking the very rules he enforced.
Etymology
From Greek hypokritēs, originally meaning "stage actor" — someone playing a part rather than being genuine.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for hypocrite
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What does “hypocrite” mean?
The word “hypocrite” means someone whose actions contradict the beliefs or values they claim to hold. In plain terms, a person who preaches one thing but does another.
How do you pronounce “hypocrite”?
“Hypocrite” is pronounced HIH-puh-kriht (/ˈhɪ.pə.kɹɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hypocrite” in a sentence?
Here is “hypocrite” used in a sentence: “He called out his coworker as a hypocrite for breaking the very rules he enforced.”
What part of speech is “hypocrite”?
“Hypocrite” is a noun.
Where does the word “hypocrite” come from?
The word “hypocrite” comes from Greek. From Greek hypokritēs, originally meaning "stage actor" — someone playing a part rather than being genuine.
Is “hypocrite” a common word?
“Hypocrite” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.