Grade 7

deception

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(de-cep-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. the act of misleading or tricking someone.

Example Sentence

He used deception to trick her into buying the used car.

More Example Sentences

Deception is common in magic tricks.

Synonyms

trickery; deceit; fraud

Antonyms

honesty; truth; sincerity

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Rhymes

  • conception
  • deception
  • exception
  • inception
  • perception
  • reception

  • contraception
  • interception
  • misconception
  • misperception
  • preconception
  • self-deception