disingenuous

[US]/ˌdɪsɪnˈdʒenjuəs/
[UK]/ˌdɪsɪnˈdʒenjuəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. insincere; not straightforward.

Example Sentences

It is disingenuous of him to flatter me.

He is quirkily, don't agree with this disingenuous deal any time.

Her disingenuous smile fooled no one.

He made a disingenuous apology for his mistake.

The politician's disingenuous promises were met with skepticism.

She gave a disingenuous excuse for being late.

His disingenuous behavior made everyone question his motives.

The salesperson's disingenuous pitch failed to convince the customers.

The disingenuous compliment felt insincere.

She gave a disingenuous performance in the audition.

His disingenuous charm was off-putting.

The disingenuous nature of his proposal was evident to all.

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