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The act or fact of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth
“But how was Rizpah to excuse her own connivance in this terrible deceit that had been practiced against Athaliah?”
A trick used to deceive or mislead, typically for personal gain
“Elizabeth, honey, I know it's wrong, but I got to pull off this deceit, you see. If Lamont isn't fooled, one of those coffins he brought will be fitted for me.”
The tendency to be, or act of being, untruthful
“He confronted Querul, told him it was all lies, and that he would expose his deceit to the world.”
The action or state of being unfaithful or disloyal
“Moreover, the husband, who, hitherto, saw no wrong in his conduct, will, in future, visit his mistress by stealth, become a moral coward, and practice deceit towards his wife.”
Hypocritical or sanctimonious talk or behavior
“He must either expose himself as a guilty criminal, or envelope himself in the veil of hypocritical deceit.”
Ingenuity used to deceive or trick others
“Herod Antipas is described as a fox, known for its use of cunning deceit to achieve its aims.”
A lack of integrity or honesty in one's actions or character
A lie or falsehood, or the act of lying or concocting a falsehood
A manner or expression that hides one's true character or feelings
A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments
Bribery and other corrupt practices used to secure illicit advantages
The act of evading or avoiding a clear and honest response
Talk intended to confuse
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