noun one who states or pretends to hold beliefs or principles he or she does not actually practice.A man who punishes his child for lying but at the same time lies on…
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WOTD: idolatry
noun unquestioning or excessive devotion or adoration.The government-controlled media supported and encouraged idolatry of the supreme leader. See the full entry
WOTD: fodder
noun feed for farm animals, such as cut-up cornstalks mixed with hay.More hay was added to the horse’s fodder. See the full entry
WOTD: delude
transitive verb to cause to hold a false belief; mislead; deceive.He deluded the couple into thinking that the scheme was a wise investment. See the full entry
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