hypocrite

Definitions

From Greek hypokritēs, literally 'an actor' (hypo- 'under' + krinein 'to perform / judge') — one who plays a part behind a mask. A hypocrite is the person form of hypocrisy: someone whose stated values are a mask over how they really act.

Example Sentences

• 1.

  He's a hypocrite who preaches honesty but lies to his clients.

• 2.

  Calling others lazy while doing nothing makes you a hypocrite.

• 3.

  Voters saw through the hypocrite's empty promises.