Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hypocrite

noun

/ˈhɪp.ə.krɪt/

Definition

A person who pretends to have beliefs, opinions, or virtues that they do not truly possess.

Examples

Despite his claims of being charitable, he is a hypocrite for refusing to donate to any causes.
She criticized others for their mistakes, but her actions revealed her to be a hypocrite.
In the novel, the protagonist uncovers the hypocrites hiding behind a facade of respectability.

Meaning

A hypocrite is someone who says one thing but acts in a way that contradicts those statements, often for personal gain or to appear better than they are.