Dishonest and Underhand

Dishonest

Dishonest adjective - Given to or marked by cheating and deception.
Usage example: dishonest business deals that landed him in jail

Underhand is a synonym for dishonest. In some cases you can use "Underhand" instead an adjective "Dishonest".

Nearby Words: dishonesty, dishonestly

Underhand

Underhand adjective - Given to or marked by cheating and deception.
Usage example: willing to stoop to underhand methods in order to win

Dishonest is a synonym for underhand in deceitful topic. Sometimes you can use "Dishonest" instead an adjective "Underhand".

Nearby Word: underhanded
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