Insincere
(adjective)
Not genuine or sincere; hypocritical.
Origin:
Insincere is derived from the latin word "insincerus" meaning not sincere or not genuine.
Examples:
- The politician"s insincere apology did little to assuage the public"s anger.
- The employee's insincere attitude towards their work was obvious to everyone.
- The student's insincere effort was quickly noticed by the teacher.
- The actor's insincere performance failed to impress the critics.
- The businessman's insincere promises left the investors feeling cheated.