ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Double-dealing

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌdʌbəlˈdiːlɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Double-dealing is an adjective meaning (of a person) Cheating, dishonest; treacherous.

Meaning

(of a person) Cheating, dishonest; treacherous.

More Meanings

  1. deceit or treachery

Example Sentences

You low-down, no-good, double-dealing sidewinder!

Word Forms

Synonyms for double-dealing

Depending on context, synonyms include double-crossing, double-faced, beguiling, deceitful, deceptious, deceptive.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include duplicity, deceitful, duplicitous, double-tongued, dishonest, dishonorable.

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