hypocrisy

Definition

  • n. an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction
  • n. insincerity by virtue of pretending to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have

Word forms

Plural
hypocrisies

Example sentences

  1. n.

    His hypocrisy was obvious when he criticized others for lying while he was doing the same.

  2. n.

    The lawyer's hypocrisy came to light when he took a case he had previously spoken against.