adverb
- in a manner that pretends to have virtues, beliefs, or feelings that one does not actually possess
Examples
- He hypocritically criticized others for being late while arriving late himself.
- She spoke hypocritically about the importance of honesty while lying to her friends.
- The politician hypocritically condemned corruption while accepting bribes.
- They hypocritically preached environmental responsibility but drove gas-guzzling vehicles.
- He hypocritically claimed to support equality while treating people unfairly.
- She smiled hypocritically at her rival, pretending to be friendly.