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Definition deceptive in American English

deceptive adjective

adjective
/dɪˈseptɪv/
1

something that is deceptive seems very different from the way it really is

Example

a deceptive calmness in his voice

Synonyms and related words
illegal unlawful shady
2

trying to trick someone by telling them something that is not true

Example

new laws against misleading or deceptive advertising

Synonyms and related words
dishonest fraudulent unscrupulous
Definition deceptive in American English