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Hypicrate

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A derogatory term for a hypocritical person.

Usage: The word "hypicrate" is often used to describe someone who pretends to have certain virtues or beliefs, but behaves in a way that contradicts those principles.

Example Sentence: John exposed his boss as a hypicrate, as he often preached about honesty but frequently lied to clients.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To act hypocritically or pretend to possess certain qualities.

Usage: People may hypicrate in order to fit in with a particular social group or to deceive others.

Example Sentence: Mary decided to hypicrate and pretend to be interested in sports to impress her new friends.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to something that exhibits hypocrisy or involving hypocritical behavior.

Usage: The adjective form "hypicrate" describes situations or individuals characterized by double standards or insincerity.

Example Sentence: The politician's hypicrate promises during his campaign were exposed when he failed to fulfill any of them.

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