deceive
//dɪˈsiːv//
Verb
deceiveInfinitive
deceivePresent tense
deceivedPast tense
deceivedPast participle
deceivingPresent participle
deceivesThird-person singular
1
To cause someone to believe something that is not true, typically in order to gain some personal advantage.
He deceived his customers to make more money.
2
To give a mistaken impression; to mislead.
Don't let appearances deceive you.