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giving an impression that is misleading, false, or deceitful, often leading to misunderstanding or mistaken belief
- The defendant's deceptive testimony tried to mislead the jury during the trial.
- A deceptive appearance can often conceal the true nature of a person or situation.
- The company faced legal consequences for its deceptive marketing practices.
- A deceptive smile may hide the person's true feelings or intentions.
- Falling for deceptive schemes can lead to financial losses and disappointment.