Decieve vs. Deceive: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on September 26, 2023
"Decieve" is an incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "Deceive," which means to mislead or trick someone.
Which is correct: Decieve or Deceive
How to spell Deceive?
Decieve is Incorrect
Deceive is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall the rule: "i before e except after c."
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Sep 16, 2023
Visualize the word "deceive" with an 'e' after the 'c'.
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Sep 16, 2023
Associate the word with misleading: "Don't be deceived by incorrect spellings."
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Sep 16, 2023
Link it to the word "receive," another word with "e" after "c."
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Sep 16, 2023
Remember: "Decieve" deceives you; it's "Deceive."
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Sep 16, 2023
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Decieve and Deceive Definitions
Deceive
Deceive refers to leading astray or causing to err.
The false trail was meant to deceive the hikers.
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Sep 14, 2023
Deceive
Deceive means to cause someone to believe something that's not true.
He tried to deceive his friend with a fake lottery ticket.
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Sep 14, 2023
Deceive
Deceive entails being dishonest in order to gain an advantage.
Some advertisements can deceive consumers.
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Sep 14, 2023
Deceive
Deceive involves misleading by a false appearance or statement.
The camouflage can deceive the predator's eye.
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Sep 14, 2023
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Deceive
Deceive implies betraying by falsehood or trickery.
The scammer deceived the elderly woman out of her savings.
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Sep 14, 2023
Deceive
To lead into error; to cause to believe what is false, or disbelieve what is true; to impose upon; to mislead; to cheat; to disappoint; to delude; to insnare.
Evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived.
Nimble jugglers that deceive the eye.
What can 'scape the eyeOf God all-seeing, or deceive his heart?
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Deceive
To beguile; to amuse, so as to divert the attention; to while away; to take away as if by deception.
These occupations oftentimes deceivedThe listless hour.
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Deceive
To deprive by fraud or stealth; to defraud.
Plant fruit trees in large borders, and set therein fine flowers, but thin and sparingly, lest they deceive the trees.
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Deceive
Cause someone to believe an untruth;
The insurance company deceived me when they told me they were covering my house
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FAQs
Why is it called Deceive?
The term "deceive" comes from the Old French word "deceivre," which means "to ensnare or cheat."
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Sep 16, 2023
Which vowel is used before Deceive?
The article "a" is often used before "deceive," as in "a deceptive act."
Aimie Carlson
Sep 16, 2023
Which preposition is used with Deceive?
"Into" is often used, as in "deceived into thinking."
Aimie Carlson
Sep 16, 2023
What is the root word of Deceive?
The root word is the Old French "deceivre."
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Sep 16, 2023
What is the singular form of Deceive?
"Deceive" is a verb and doesn't have singular or plural forms.
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Sep 16, 2023
Is Deceive a vowel or consonant?
"Deceive" is a word, but it starts with a consonant.
Janet White
Sep 16, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Deceive?
There's no specific conjunction tied to "deceive"; it depends on the context.
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Sep 16, 2023
Which determiner is used with Deceive?
Common determiners like "this" or "that" can be used, depending on context.
Sara Rehman
Sep 16, 2023
Which article is used with Deceive?
Both "a" and "the" can be used with derivative forms of "deceive," depending on context.
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Sep 16, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Huma SaeedHuma is a renowned researcher acclaimed for her innovative work in Difference Wiki. Her dedication has led to key breakthroughs, establishing her prominence in academia. Her contributions continually inspire and guide her field.
