Dupery and Phony

Dupery

Dupery noun - The inclination or practice of misleading others through lies or trickery.

Phony and dupery are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Phony" instead a noun "Dupery".

Nearby Word: dupe

Phony

Phony noun - An imitation that is passed off as genuine.

Dupery and phony are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dupery" instead a noun "Phony".

Nearby Words: phoney, phone, phoning
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