adj

deceiving

adj

Giving a false or misleading impression.

"Appearances can be deceiving, so don't judge the house by its plain exterior."

How to Use Deceiving

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMisleading — creating a false impression, often used in the phrase "appearances can be deceiving."

Common pairings

appearances can be deceiving deceiving oneself

deceivings plural

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Appearances can be _____, so don't judge the house by its plain exterior.

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