Deceit

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Negative EmotionsPlay
Deceit often evokes feelings such as betrayal or hurt since it involves hiding the truth. SlideLearning about her friend's deceit left her feeling deeply betrayed.
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Untrustworthy NarratorPlay
In stories, 'web of deceit' can imply that the narrator or a character may be unreliable. SlideThe novel's protagonist navigates through a web of deceit, questioning everything.
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Concealed IntentPlay
Deceit involves intentional hiding of one's true motives or facts. SlideHis seemingly kind offer was actually a deceit to gain control.