hypocritical

//ˌhɪp.əˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl//
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Adjective

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1

Behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is actually the case; pretending to have virtues, moral principles, or beliefs that one does not actually possess.

It's hypocritical of him to criticize others for being late when he is never on time himself.

2

Characterized by or involving hypocrisy; showing a discrepancy between one's stated beliefs and one's actions.

It's hypocritical to criticize others for being late when you're never on time yourself.