deceivingly

[US]/dɪˈsiːvɪŋli/
[UK]/dɪˈsiːvɪŋli/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.in a way that misleads or gives a false impression; to a degree that is unexpectedly not as it seems (used to emphasize misleading appearance)

Phrases & Collocations

deceivingly simple

deceivingly easy

deceivingly hard

deceivingly small

deceivingly modest

deceivingly calm

deceivingly quiet

deceivingly strong

Example Sentences

the box is deceivingly light for its size.

her answer was deceivingly simple, but the details mattered.

the path looks deceivingly easy from the parking lot.

the exam was deceivingly difficult despite the short questions.

this sauce is deceivingly spicy, so use it sparingly.

the apartment is deceivingly spacious once you step inside.

the job interview felt deceivingly relaxed at first.

the novel is deceivingly short, yet it stays with you.

the deadline is deceivingly close, so we should start now.

the room was deceivingly quiet before the storm hit.

the little dog is deceivingly strong on the leash.

the company report is deceivingly optimistic given the numbers.

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