hypocrize

/hɪpɒkrɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to act in contradiction to one’s professed beliefs, feelings, or attitudes

“The politician was accused of hypocrizing about the environment while supporting policies that damaged it.”

2. verb

to make hypocritical statements or actions

“The comedian was known for hypocrizing about the social elite in her stand-up routines.”

Synonyms

  • deceive
  • dissemble
  • pretend

Antonyms

  • authentic
  • genuine
  • sincere