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ὑπόκρισις
Ancient Greek
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hypocrisy
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/hɪˈpɑkɹəsi/
The contrivance of a false appearance of virtue or goodness, while concealing real character or inclinations, especially with respect to religious and moral beliefs; hence in general sense, dissimulation, pretence, sham.
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