Definition

The condition of being dishonest or misleading in order to trick someone.

Example

His deceitfulness led to a loss of trust among his friends.

Conversation

I can't believe he lied to us like that.

Yeah, it really shows his deceitfulness as a friend.

It's disappointing, isn't it?

Totally, I thought we could trust him.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deceitfulness → It is formed from "deceit" (from Old French *deceite*, meaning deception or trickery) and "-fulness" (meaning the state of being full of). The word "deceitfulness" refers to the state of being full of deceit or trickery.

Memory Tip

Think of 'deceit' as trickery and '-fulness' as being full of something — so deceitfulness means being full of trickery.

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