Deceptively

/dɪˈsɛptɪvli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is misleading or intended to deceive.

The package was deceptively small, containing far more than it appeared to.

In a manner that is not as it seems; creating a false impression.

She smiled deceptively, hiding her true feelings of anger.

At first glance, or on the surface, something seems different from reality.

The dessert looked deceptively simple, but it was actually quite complicated to make.

In a way that tricks or misleads someone into thinking something is true.

The advertisement was deceptively idealistic, promising results that were unrealistic.

From the word 'deceptive' + the suffix '-ly', meaning 'in a deceptive manner'.

deceptively simple

Appearing simple but actually complex.

deceptively attractive

Looking appealing while being harmful or misleading.

deceive

To make someone believe something that is not true.

deception

The act of deceiving someone.

deceptive

Intended to mislead.

Playing tricks

He was deceptively playing tricks on everyone.

Pulling a fast one

Don't let his charm fool you; he's just pulling a fast one.