hypocrite

noun · HIP-uh-krit

CEFR C1

someone who does what they tell others not to do

पाखंडी, ढोंगी

Usage

a total hypocritecall someone a hypocritea hypocrite about

Examples

He preaches saving water but wastes it: a hypocrite!

Don't be a hypocrite: follow your own advice.

Common mistake

It is hypocrite to preach what you don't practise.

It is hypocritical to preach what you don't practise.

Hypocrite is a person; the adjective is hypocritical.

Remember: A hypocrite wears a mask.

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