hypocrisy
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
The act of claiming to have beliefs or standards that your own behavior does not actually match.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
insincerity
double standards
Antonyms
sincerity
integrity
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Critics pointed out the _____ of a politician who preached thrift while spending lavishly on himself."
Answer: hypocrisy
In your own words, what does "hypocrisy" mean?
The act of claiming to have beliefs or standards that your own behavior does not actually match.
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