underhanded — acting in a secret, dishonest, or deceptive way
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: acting in a secret, dishonest, or deceptive way
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌndərˈhændɪd/
Example Sentences
- The politician's underhanded campaign against his rival was exposed by the media.
- She used underhanded methods to get the promotion, like spreading rumors about her colleagues.
- My brother's underhanded way of eating the last piece of cake was hiding it in his room!
underhanded
ADJECTIVE[/ˌʌndərˈhændɪd/]
acting in a secret, dishonest, or deceptive way
acting in a secret, dishonest, or deceptive way
His underhanded deals left him stranded, clutching only branded regrets!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the phrase 'under hand,' referring to something done secretly or out of sight, with the adjective suffix '-ed' added. The term originally referred to actions performed below the level of public view or awareness.
Breakdown
under- (below, secret) + hand (control/action) + -ed (adjective suffix) = underhanded (done in a secret or deceptive manner)
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📝Examples
“The politician's underhanded campaign against his rival was exposed by the media.”
“She used underhanded methods to get the promotion, like spreading rumors about her colleagues.”
“My brother's underhanded way of eating the last piece of cake was hiding it in his room!”
“The company's underhanded practices included secretly collecting customer data without permission.”
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