Deception Definition

deception
noun
  1. a misleading falsehood
  2. the act of deceiving
  3. an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers

"Deception" in song lyrics

See how deception is used in real songs:

  • "No father could style, it's the Immaculate Deception"
    Achozen f/ Killah Priest, Shukura Holliday — Immaculate
  • "Sharp sword slice the Immaculate Deception"
    Achozen f/ Killah Priest, Shukura Holliday — Immaculate
  • "Satan pullin a deception"
    Antonious — Deception

Usage tips for "deception"

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