Disingenuous

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Synonyms of disingenuous

Antonyms of disingenuous

Collocations of disingenuous

disingenuous politician
Frequency: 75 %

The disingenuous politician promised to lower taxes, but failed to deliver on his campaign promises.

disingenuous smile
Frequency: 70 %

She greeted him with a disingenuous smile, hiding her true feelings.

disingenuous apology
Frequency: 60 %

His disingenuous apology did not convince anyone of his sincerity.

disingenuous behavior
Frequency: 50 %

Her disingenuous behavior at the party made everyone question her motives.

disingenuous remarks
Frequency: 45 %

His disingenuous remarks about the project's success were met with skepticism.

Idiomatic Expressions for disingenuous

  • Phrase: disingenuous smile
    Meaning: a smile that is insincere or fake, hiding true feelings or intentions
    Usage: He greeted me with a disingenuous smile, but I could tell he was not happy to see me.