Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Deceptive.
How to pronounce deceptive:
US
Deceptive - as an adjective satellite
Causing one to believe what is not true or fail to believe what is true
Example: "Deceptive calm"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delusoryDesigned to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently
Example: "The deceptive calm in the eye of the storm"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
misleadingDeceptive - as an adjective
Likely or attempting to deceive.
Example: "Appearances can be deceptive."
Example Sentences
"The magician's trick was deceptive, making it appear as if he had made the bird disappear."
"The deceptive advertisement led many people to buy the product, only to find out it didn't work as promised."
"The con artist used deceptive tactics to manipulate unsuspecting victims."
"The spy wore a deceptive disguise to blend in with the crowd."
"The politician's speech was filled with deceptive statements, trying to gain support through misinformation."
Word Game Points
Is DECEPTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deceptive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DECEPTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is DECEPTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deceptive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDECEPTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is DECEPTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deceptive is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDECEPTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
