tartuffe

/tärˈto͞of/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who habitually pretends to be something he is not, especially a hypocrite who affects piety or virtue.

“He was accused of being a tartuffe, pretending to be a devout follower of the faith while secretly indulging in sinful behavior.”

Synonyms

  • deceiver
  • hypocrite

Antonyms

  • authentic
  • genuine