deceitful
adjectiveDivide deceitful into syllables:
de · ceit · ful
How to pronounce deceitful:
Definition of deceitful:
- deceitful (adjective):
- full of deceit
- intended to deceive.
- having a tendency or disposition to deceive or give false impressions
Synonyms for deceitful:
counterfeit
crafty
crooked
deceiving
deceptive
dishonest
dishonorable
disingenuous
double-dealing
duplicitous
fallacious
false
fraudulent
guileful
hypocritical
illusory
insincere
knavish
misleading
sneaky
treacherous
two-faced
underhand
untrustworthy
Antonyms for deceitful:
above board
above reproach
above-board
aboveboard
accepting
accurate
actual
admirable
apparent
artless
as green as grass
authentic
awkward
behaved
believing
blameless
blunt
candid
certain
certifiable
certified
chaste
clean
clear
clumsy
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