falsekindness

noun

UK /ˌfɔːlsˈkaɪndnəs/

US /ˌfɔːlsˈkaɪndnəs/

Falsekindness is when someone acts nice but does not really care.

She gave him falsekindness, smiling at him while secretly planning to take his toy.

SYNONYMS

fake friendliness insincerity pretended warmth hypocrisy deceitful niceness

RELATED WORDS

flattery pretense two-facedness manipulation deception

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Kind words said only to get something from someone.

His falsekindness fooled the new student into lending him money.

3. A show of care that hides unkind intentions.

The villain's falsekindness made everyone trust him before he stole the treasure.

4. Politeness that is not honest or real.

The clerk's falsekindness disappeared as soon as the manager left the room.