adjective
insincere
Insincere (adjective) means not honestly meaning what is said or shown; putting on an act. Example: “His apology sounded insincere, more about avoiding trouble than real regret.”
adjective
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Not honestly meaning what is said or shown; putting on an act.
"His apology sounded insincere, more about avoiding trouble than real regret."
"Customers can usually tell when a smile is insincere."
How to use insincere
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSaying or showing something you don't genuinely feel.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
insincere apology
insincere flattery
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more insincere
- Superlative
- most insincere
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Etymology
From Latin insincerus, from in- ("not") + sincerus ("genuine, sincere").
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What does “insincere” mean?
The word “insincere” means not honestly meaning what is said or shown; putting on an act. In plain terms, saying or showing something you don't genuinely feel.
How do you use “insincere” in a sentence?
Here is “insincere” used in a sentence: “His apology sounded insincere, more about avoiding trouble than real regret.”
What is the opposite of “insincere”?
The opposite of “insincere” — its antonyms — is sincere.
What part of speech is “insincere”?
“Insincere” is an adjective.
Where does the word “insincere” come from?
The word “insincere” comes from Latin. From Latin insincerus, from in- ("not") + sincerus ("genuine, sincere").
