Deceived
Pronunciation: /dɪˈsiːvd/
Deceived (adj)
- Having been made to believe something that is not true, because someone lied or gave false information.
- Led to the wrong conclusion by someone’s behaviour, signals, or careful presentation of facts.
- Wronged in an agreement because the other side hid important information or acted dishonestly.
Deceived (adjective)
Examples
- I felt deceived after I believed the false story.
- She felt deceived when the promise turned out to be fake.