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Disingenuous

Verb / dɪsɪˈndʒenju:ʌs / Another word for disingenuous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does

Synonyms & similar words

ingenuous artful insincere deceitful dishonest false fake hypocritical pretentious two-faced untruthful duplicitous spurious phony feigned artificial contrived misleading untrustworthy manipulative crafty sly

Example sentences

  1. She gave a disingenuous smile when she was caught lying.
  2. He spoke in a disingenuous tone that made it clear he wasn't being truthful.
  3. Her disingenuous compliments were easy to see through.
  4. The politician's disingenuous promises did not fool the voters.
  5. He was disingenuous about his involvement in the scheme.

Quotes

  • The most dangerous of all falsehoods is a slightly distorted truth.
  • The greatest advantage of speaking the truth is that you don't have to remember what you said.
  • Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.

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