Meaning of the word hypocritical in English
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hypocritical
US /ˌhɪp.əˈkrɪt̬.ɪ.kəl/
UK /ˌhɪp.əˈkrɪt̬.ɪ.kəl/
Adjective
1.
behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is the case
Example:
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It's hypocritical to criticize others for something you do yourself.
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His hypocritical remarks about honesty angered everyone.
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