insincere — not expressing genuine feelings; fake or dishonest in manner
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not expressing genuine feelings; fake or dishonest in manner
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪnsɪnˈsɪr/
Korean meaning: 진실하지 않은, 가식적인, 성의 없는
Korean pronunciation: 인신**시**어
Example Sentences
- The politician's insincere tears fooled no one during his scandal apology.
- Her insincere 'congratulations' made everyone uncomfortable at the party.
- The customer service representative's insincere enthusiasm was painfully obvious.
insincere
ADJECTIVE//ˌɪnsɪnˈsɪr//
not expressing genuine feelings; fake or dishonest in manner
not expressing genuine feelings; fake or dishonest in manner
His smile seems sincere, but his motives remain unclear!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어에서 온 단어로, 'in-'(아니다)과 'sincerus'(순수한, 진실한)가 합쳐져서 '진실하지 않은'이라는 의미가 되었습니다. 고대 로마에서 순수한 꿀을 'sine cera'(왁스 없이)라고 했던 것에서 유래했다고 해요.
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📝Examples
“The politician's insincere tears fooled no one during his scandal apology.”
“Her insincere 'congratulations' made everyone uncomfortable at the party.”
“The customer service representative's insincere enthusiasm was painfully obvious.”
“Don't give me that insincere smile - I know you're angry.”
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