DISINGENUOUS
(adj.)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Disingenuous.
How to pronounce disingenuous:
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Disingenuous - as an adjective
Not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness
Example: "An ambitious, disingenuous, philistine, and hypocritical operator, who...exemplified...the most disagreeable traits of his time"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
artful9Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
ingenuous10Example Sentences
"His flattery seemed disingenuous, as if he had an ulterior motive."
"The politician's disingenuous promises were met with skepticism from the public."
"She gave a disingenuous smile, hiding her true thoughts."
"The salesperson's disingenuous charm was designed to manipulate customers into buying."
"He made a disingenuous apology, but it was clear he didn't mean it."
Word Game Points
Is DISINGENUOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disingenuous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISINGENUOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is DISINGENUOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disingenuous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISINGENUOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DISINGENUOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disingenuous is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISINGENUOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
