Pronunciation: /hɪˈpɑkrətɪkəl/
adjective a word or phrase that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, such as 'hypocritical' which means behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is the case.
A1 Some people say one thing but do another, which is hypocritical.
A2 She criticized her friend for being late while she herself is always late too, which is hypocritical.
B1 The politician's speech about honesty was seen as hypocritical due to recent scandals.
B2 It is hypocritical for him to preach about healthy eating while he constantly eats fast food.
C1 The company's environmental policies are seen as hypocritical by some due to their history of pollution.
C2 The celebrity's public image as a philanthropist was revealed to be hypocritical when it was discovered they were involved in illegal activities.
formal It is hypocritical for someone to preach about honesty while they themselves are constantly lying.
informal She's so hypocritical, always telling us to eat healthy while she's munching on junk food.
slang I can't stand how hypocritical he is, acting all high and mighty when he's just as messed up as the rest of us.
figurative The politician's stance on corruption is hypocritical, as he is often caught accepting bribes behind closed doors.
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