Meaning of the word deceiving in English

What does deceiving mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deceiving

US /dɪˈsiːvɪŋ/
UK /dɪˈsiːvɪŋ/

Adjective

misleading or intended to make someone believe something that is not true

Example:
The advertisement was deceiving, making the product seem better than it was.
Appearances can be deceiving.
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