Deceptive
/dɪˈsɛp.tɪv/noun
Tending to deceive or mislead.
Did you know?The Latin root 'deceptio' means 'to catch or ensnare', emphasizing the cunning nature of deception throughout history.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
deceptio
“The act of catching or ensnaring, often through artifice.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
deceptivus
“Leading astray or misleading.”
Old French
Old French
deceptif
“Pertaining to deception or misleading appearances.”
Middle English
Middle English
deceptif
“Misleading or giving a false impression.”
Modern English
English
deceptive
“Tending to deceive or mislead, particularly in a subtle manner.”