Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deception
noun
dɪˈsɛpʃ(ə)n
Definition
The act of deceiving someone or causing someone to believe something that is not true.
Examples
- The magician’s performance was filled with clever deceptions that left the audience in awe.
- She felt betrayed by the deception of her friend who lied about their plans.
- In a game of poker, deception can be a key strategy for winning.
Meaning
Deception is a method used to mislead or trick someone into believing false information or to hide the truth.
Synonyms
- trickery
- fraud
- dishonesty
- deceit
- duplicity
