What is it called when someone does the opposite of what they say?

asserting the contrary or opposite; contradicting; inconsistent; logically opposite: contradictory statements. Hypocrite would be a good word if the man in question is malicious.

What does it mean when someone says something but means the opposite?

Irony is “the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning.”

What is diametrics?

1 mathematics : of, relating to, or constituting a straight line segment passing through the center of a figure or body : located at the diameter (see diameter sense 1) 2 : completely opposed : being at opposite extremes in diametric contradiction to his claims two parties in diametric opposition on the issue.

What is it called when someone says one thing but does another?

hypocrite Add to list Share. A hypocrite preaches one thing, and does another. The word hypocrite is rooted in the Greek word hypokrites, which means “stage actor, pretender, dissembler.” So think of a hypocrite as a person who pretends to be a certain way, but really acts and believes the total opposite.

What is it called when someone always looks on the bright side?

Optimist is a person who looks at the bright side of life.

What does Diametic mean?

What does inculcation mean?

transitive verb. : to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions.

What is the word for when you can’t do something?

What is another word for unable to do something?

unfit	incompetent
unqualified	incapable
inept	inexpert
unskilled	untrained
unproficient	unskillful

What is a hypocritical person?

Full Definition of hypocrite 1 : a person who puts on a false appearance of virtue or religion. 2 : a person who acts in contradiction to his or her stated beliefs or feelings. Other Words from hypocrite Example Sentences Learn More About hypocrite.