DUPLICITOUS Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

duplicitous

adjective

du̇-ˈpli-sə-təs

Definition of duplicitous

as in deceptive

given to or marked by cheating and deception warned her not to trust the duplicitous art dealer

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Recent Examples of duplicitous Even actors whose roles have limited scope, like Zendaya, Nyong’o, Hawkins and Mia Goth as Penelope’s duplicitous maid, register as vital presences. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 Nolan floats a convincing psychological reason why this Odysseus subconsciously believes his duplicitous actions during the war deserve permanent exile from civilization. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 The bigger problem, though, comes in a character played by Marion Cotillard, a duplicitous figure who takes over the reins of the film later. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 14 July 2026 Infiltrate a swanky New York law firm that may be duplicitous in the opioid crisis, an epidemic that also happens to have taken the life of her daughter. — Whitney Friedlander, Variety, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for duplicitous

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In past elections, deceptive political robocalls have resulted in significant fines associated with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, the federal law at the center of the petition.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
The film chronicled Gortner’s youth as a Pentecostal preacher in the American South and exposed the deceptive practices used to bilk believers out of their money.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of deceptive

Adjective

Avira’s Browser Safety component installs as an extension for Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Opera to keep the browser away from dangerous and fraudulent websites.

— Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026
Means also was found guilty on misdemeanor charges of presenting false or misleading information in support of an insurance claim and making a knowingly false or fraudulent statement to obtain workers’ compensation benefits.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of fraudulent

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There was money, manipulation, secret meetings with shady characters in China, fake identities, lies, trickery, and deceit.

— Eamon Javers, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026
Our favorite spots to lounge were the roof deck loungers and the padded bench seating beneath shady palm fronds in the atrium courtyard.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026

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