| Term | hypocritically (adv.) |
|---|---|
| Synonym | UK [ˌhɪp.ə ʊ ˈkrɪt.ɪ.k ə l] US [-əˈkrɪt ̬-] adjective in a way that accuses other people of weaknesses that the speaker also possesses |
| Meaning | • Their accusations of corruption are hypocritical - they have been just as corrupt themselves. • It's rather hypocritical of you, telling me not to shout. I've seen you lose your temper with the children many times! |
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