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deceptive
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giving an impression that is misleading, false, or deceitful, often leading to misunderstanding or mistaken belief
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intentionally created or done in a misleading way
Example
A deceptive smile may hide the person's true feelings or intentions.
A deceptive appearance can often conceal the true nature of a person or situation.
The defendant's deceptive testimony tried to mislead the jury during the trial.
The company faced legal consequences for its deceptive marketing practices.
Falling for deceptive schemes can lead to financial losses and disappointment.
