Deceptively
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈsɛptɪvli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Deceptively is an adverb meaning In a deceptive manner; misleadingly.
Meaning
In a deceptive manner; misleadingly.
More Meanings
- Actually but not apparently.
- Apparently but not actually.
Example Sentences
what seems like a complex situation is actually deceptively simple
those deceptively jaunty tunes that mask less-than- cheerful lyrics
We've rounded up 26 recipes that sound, look and taste difficult but are actually really easy. ... try one of these deceptively easy but wildly impressive recipes.
President Trump sued CBS in a federal court alleging that the interview was deceptively “doctored” to help Harris beat Trump. CBS insisted that it was not doctored.
Synonyms for deceptively
Depending on context, synonyms include deceivingly, misleadingly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include deceivingly, misleadingly, appearance, undeceptively, disingenuously, deceitfully.
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