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hypocritical

[ˌhɪpəˈkrɪtɪkəl]
adjective
hipócrita
1. Characterized by the practice of claiming to have moral or religious beliefs, principles, or virtues that one does not actually possess
It would be hypocritical of me to criticize others for being late when I am always tardy myself.
Seria hipócrita da minha parte criticar outros por serem atrasados quando eu sempre chego atrasado.
2. Pretending to have a virtuous character, moral or religious beliefs that one does not really have
His hypocritical behavior revealed his true intentions.
Seu comportamento hipócrita revelou suas verdadeiras intenções.
NYC Slang
phony
Synonyms
insinceredeceitfuldishonestfalsetwo-facedsanctimoniousphony
Antonyms
sincerehonestgenuineauthenticconsistenttruthful

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
hipócrita
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
hipócrita
Same as standard Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
hipócrita
Same as standard Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
hipócrita
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

to wear two faces
to talk the talk but not walk the walk
to be a wolf in sheep's clothing
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