duplicity
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for duplicity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Deliberate deceitfulness, especially by saying different things to different people.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
fraudulence
double-dealing
Antonyms
How to use duplicity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
accuse someone of duplicity
expose duplicity
Etymology
From Latin duplicare, "to double," reflecting the idea of a person showing two contradictory faces.
Full origin of duplicity →Frequently asked questions
What does “duplicity” mean?
The word “duplicity” means deliberate deceitfulness, especially by saying different things to different people. In plain terms, dishonest, two-faced behaviour — pretending to be sincere while actually deceiving people.
How do you pronounce “duplicity”?
“Duplicity” is pronounced doo-PLIH-sih-tee (/duˈplɪ.sɪ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “duplicity” in a sentence?
Here is “duplicity” used in a sentence: “The negotiations collapsed once his duplicity was exposed.”
What part of speech is “duplicity”?
“Duplicity” is a noun.
Where does the word “duplicity” come from?
The word “duplicity” comes from Latin. From Latin duplicare, "to double," reflecting the idea of a person showing two contradictory faces.
