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in·sin·cere
 insincere
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- pronunciation:
- In
sihn
sir
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
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adjective |
| definition: |
exhibiting false or dishonest feelings or opinions; hypocritical.
insincere flattery- synonyms:
- disingenuous, duplicitous, hollow, two-faced
- antonyms:
- artless, earnest, genuine, guileless, heartfelt, honest, sincere, solemn, unfeigned
- similar words:
- counterfeit, deceitful, deceptive, dishonest, dissembling, double-dealing, empty, evasive, false, glib, lying, mealy-mouthed, phony, untruthful
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| related words: |
artificial, glib, hollow, plastic, sham, synthetic, two-faced |
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| derivation: |
insincerely (adv.) |
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