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insincere

in·sin·cere

insincere

 
pronunciation:
In sihn sir
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part of speech: adjective
definition: showing false or dishonest feelings or opinions; hypocritical.
I don't believe he is really sorry for what he did, because his apology seemed insincere.
antonyms:
earnest, genuine, honest, solemn
similar words:
dishonest, false, lying
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derivation: insincerely (adv.)
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