Deception

Synonyms of deception

• fraud
• trickery
• dishonesty

Antonyms of deception

• sincerity
• honesty
• truthfulness

Collocations of deception

deception and lies

Frequency: 70 %

Their relationship was built on deception and lies.

deception and betrayal

Frequency: 60 %

The deception and betrayal left her heartbroken.

deception and manipulation

Frequency: 50 %

She saw through his deception and manipulation tactics.

deception and deceit

Frequency: 45 %

His web of deception and deceit finally unraveled.

deception and trickery

Frequency: 40 %

She was skilled in the art of deception and trickery.

Idiomatic Expressions for deception

• Phrase: In the dark
  Meaning: To be unaware or uninformed about something, often due to deception or secrecy.
  Usage: The employees were kept in the dark about the company's financial troubles until it was too late.