Deceive Definition & Meaning

deceive
verb
  1. be false to; be dishonest with
  2. cause someone to believe an untruth; "The insurance company deceived me when they told me they were covering my house"

"Deceive" in song lyrics

See how deceive is used in real songs:

  • "You can be down, just don't deceive"
    Aceyalone — Golden Mic
  • "Low tolerence, suspect armed and dangerous, violent and deceive"
    Bizzy Bone f/ Capo Confucious, Josiah, Prince Rasu — Murdah
  • "At first we practice to deceive"
    DL Incognito — Audio Coke

Usage tips for "deceive"

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