Definition of Deception

the act of lying, misleading or tricking someone

Examples of Deception in a sentence

Misleading advertising is a form of deception, and offenders are liable under the law.  🔊

Eric’s deception was impossible to detect, due to the training he received from the CIA.  🔊

I was warned beforehand that the lawyer would use deception to obtain a confession on the witness stand.  🔊

The bible urges men to live lives free of deception and trickery of any kind.  🔊

Janet refused to open the door to the stranger because she could detect the face of deception staring back at her through the window.  🔊

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