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Wordabulary

duplicity

Pronunciation
Noun B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Deliberate deceit, especially by saying one thing and doing another.

"The scandal exposed years of duplicity within the organization's leadership."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

deceit dishonesty

Antonyms

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Which word fits the gap? "The scandal exposed years of _____ within the organization's leadership."

Answer: duplicity

In your own words, what does "duplicity" mean?

Deliberate deceit, especially by saying one thing and doing another.

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