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Noun
The act or fact of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth
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“But how was Rizpah to excuse her own connivance in this terrible deceit that had been practiced against Athaliah?”
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A trick used to deceive or mislead, typically for personal gain
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“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.”
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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.”
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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.”
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Hypocritical or sanctimonious talk or behavior
“He must either expose himself as a guilty criminal, or envelope himself in the veil of hypocritical deceit.”
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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.”
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A lack of integrity or honesty in one's actions or character
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A lie or falsehood, or the act of lying or concocting a falsehood
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A manner or expression that hides one's true character or feelings
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A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments
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Bribery and other corrupt practices used to secure illicit advantages
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The act of evading or avoiding a clear and honest response
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