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The advertisement was ______ because it made the product seem more effective than it actually was.
The advertisement was ______ because it made the product seem more effective than it actually was.
deceptive
His ______ behavior made it difficult to trust him, as he deliberately hid the truth.
His ______ behavior made it difficult to trust him, as he deliberately hid the truth.
deceptive
The company used ______ marketing tactics to make customers believe they were getting a better deal.
The company used ______ marketing tactics to make customers believe they were getting a better deal.
deceptive
Her ______ appearance made her look much younger than she really was.
Her ______ appearance made her look much younger than she really was.
The statistics in the report were ______, as they suggested a decline in sales when, in fact, they had increased.
The statistics in the report were ______, as they suggested a decline in sales when, in fact, they had increased.
The road sign was ______, causing drivers to take the wrong exit.
The road sign was ______, causing drivers to take the wrong exit.
His explanation was ______ because it left out key details that changed the meaning.
His explanation was ______ because it left out key details that changed the meaning.
The politician's speech contained ______ information that distorted the reality of the situation.
The politician's speech contained ______ information that distorted the reality of the situation.
What does "deceptive" suggest?
What does "deceptive" suggest?
What does "misleading" refer to?
What does "misleading" refer to?
Flashcards
Deceptive
Deceptive
Intentionally dishonest or tricky, aiming to deceive someone.
Misleading
Misleading
Giving the wrong impression, whether intentional or not.
Deceptive Advertisement
Deceptive Advertisement
An advertisement is described as this when it makes a product seem better than it is.
Deceptive Behavior
Deceptive Behavior
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Deceptive Marketing
Deceptive Marketing
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Deceptive Appearance
Deceptive Appearance
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Misleading Statistics
Misleading Statistics
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Misleading Road Sign
Misleading Road Sign
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Misleading Explanation
Misleading Explanation
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Misleading Information
Misleading Information
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Intentional Dishonesty
Intentional Dishonesty
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Unintentional Misdirection
Unintentional Misdirection
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Deliberate Trickery
Deliberate Trickery
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False Impression
False Impression
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Erosion of Trust
Erosion of Trust
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Distorted Reality
Distorted Reality
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Dishonest Conduct
Dishonest Conduct
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Consumer Manipulation
Consumer Manipulation
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Distorted Understanding
Distorted Understanding
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Ethical Responsibility
Ethical Responsibility
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Study Notes
- "Deceptive" suggests intentional dishonesty or trickery with the goal of deceiving someone
- "Misleading" refers to giving the wrong impression, but it may or may not be intentional
- The advertisement was deceptive because it made the product seem more effective than it actually was
- His deceptive behavior made it difficult to trust him, as he deliberately hid the truth
- The company used deceptive marketing tactics to make customers believe they were getting a better deal
- Her deceptive appearance made her look much younger than she really was
- The statistics in the report were misleading, as they suggested a decline in sales when, in fact, they had increased
- The road sign was misleading, causing drivers to take the wrong exit
- His explanation was misleading because it left out key details that changed the meaning
- The politician's speech contained misleading information that distorted the reality of the situation
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Explore the subtle difference between 'deceptive' and 'misleading'. Deceptive implies intentional dishonesty and trickery. Misleading, on the other hand, refers to giving the wrong impression, but it may or may not be intentional.
