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hypocrite

/ˈhaɪpəkrɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does hypocrite mean?

noun

A person who pretends to have virtues, moral principles, or high ideals and is hypocritical in behavior or attitude.

Example

"The politician was accused of being a hypocrite for advocating for stricter gun control laws while owning several firearms."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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