Grade 6

hypocrisy

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(hy-poc-ri-sy) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. the practice of claiming to have moral standards that one does not actually follow.

Example Sentence

The hypocrisy of the politician angered the voters.

More Example Sentences

Hypocrisy can damage trust in relationships.

Synonyms

insincerity; deceit; duplicity

Antonyms

honesty; sincerity; truthfulness

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Rhymes

  • autocracy
  • bureaucracy
  • democracy
  • hypocrisy
  • theocracy

  • aristocracy