hypocrisy
Translation
hypocrisy
Examples
His hypocrisy was obvious to everyone.
His hypocrisy was obvious to everyone.
She accused the politician of sheer hypocrisy.
She accused the politician of sheer hypocrisy.
Grammar Patterns
((of sb./sth.)) the hypocrisy of (sb./sth.) The hypocrisy of his statement was clear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: insincerity, pretense, duplicity; Antonyms: sincerity, honesty
Etymology
From Greek 'hypokrisis' (acting a part), from 'hypo-' (under) + 'krinein' (to judge).
Memory Tips
Imagine a hippo crying fake tears – a 'hippo-crisy'.