Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

hypocritical

[hip-uh-krit-i-kuhl] / ˌhɪp əˈkrɪt ɪ kəl /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

But she denied that it was hypocritical that she did not want one to test a new Labour leader.

From BBC Jun. 28, 2026

On the left, there are those who denounce these words as hypocritical, in 1776 and today.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 16, 2026

Bill Plaschke’s column criticizing Caitlin Clark as a whiny, entitled player who constantly complains to officials and her coach would be laughable if not so hypocritical.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 13, 2026

Judge Ross is the latest in a long line of examples of the most hypocritical double standard: Judges hold others accountable for misconduct but are never held accountable themselves.

From Slate Jun. 8, 2026

“He does his work very well,” put in Henry, with hypocritical generosity.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley




Vocabulary lists containing hypocritical


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training