Definition

In a way that is deceitful or dishonest, often pretending to be something one is not.

Example

He acted duplicitously, pretending to be a friend while secretly undermining her.

Conversation

Did you hear how she handled that situation at work?

Yeah, it was surprising how she acted so duplicitously with everyone.

I know, right? It makes you wonder who you can really trust.

Exactly! It's hard to believe someone would be so two-faced.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Duplicitously → It is formed from "duplic-" (from Latin "duplicare", meaning to double) and "-ous" (meaning full of) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word describes behaving in a manner that is full of double-dealing or deceit.

Memory Tip

Think of 'double' ('duplic-') to remember that 'duplicitously' means behaving in a deceitful or double-dealing way.

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