disingenuous
adjectiveHow many syllables in disingenuous?
There are 5 syllables in the word disingenuous.How to pronounce disingenuous:
Definition of disingenuous:
- disingenuous (adjective):
- lacking in candor
- dishonest and insincere
- giving a false appearance of simple frankness calculating
- not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness.
Synonyms for disingenuous:
untruthfulwilyinappropriatefakeunctuouscounterfeitdeceitfuldevioustwo-facedcunningShow 15 more
Antonyms for disingenuous:
veraciousdependabledownrightscrupulousheartfeltawkwardtruerespectableunassumingguilelessShow 15 more
Other 5-syllable words like disingenuous
Here are some other common words that have 5 syllables, like disingenuous does.
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