How Do You Spell DUPED?

Pronunciation: [djˈuːpt] (IPA)

The word "duped" is spelled with a /d/ sound at the beginning, a /ju:/ sound in the middle, and a /pt/ consonant cluster at the end. The IPA phonetic transcription of "duped" is /djupt/. This word means to deceive or trick someone into believing something false or untrue. It's important to understand the correct spelling of words like "duped" to ensure clear and effective communication in both written and verbal communication.

DUPED Meaning and Definition

  1. Duped is a verb that is used to describe the act of deceiving or fooling someone into believing something that is not true or manipulating them into taking part in a fraudulent or dishonest scheme. It entails the act of being tricked or deceived by someone else's cleverness or cunning tactics.

    When a person is duped, they are typically led to believe in a false reality or narrative, often against their own better judgment, resulting in them making decisions or taking actions they would not have otherwise. It involves the exploitation of one's trust, naivety, or vulnerability by another individual or group.

    The term can also refer to situations where someone is persuaded into investing their time, effort, or resources into something that turns out to be a sham or scam. It implies a sense of being taken advantage of, often with negative consequences for the duped individual.

    Being duped can often leave one feeling foolish, betrayed, or gullible. It is important to exercise caution and critical thinking to avoid being duped, as deceitful individuals can be skilled at manipulating others for personal gain. Awareness, skepticism, and verification of information are key in protecting oneself from being duped in various aspects of life, such as scams, hoaxes, or fake news.

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Etymology of DUPED

The word "duped" originated from the French term "dupé", which means "deceived" or "fooled". It comes from the past participle of the verb "duper", which means "to deceive" or "to dupe". The French word "duper" is derived from the Latin terms "duplex" (meaning "double" or "twofold") and "duplus" (meaning "double" or "twice as much").

Similar spelling words for DUPED

Conjugate verb Duped

CONDITIONAL

I would dupe
we would dupe
you would dupe
he/she/it would dupe
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FUTURE

I will dupe
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they will dupe

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have duped
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they will have duped

PAST

I duped
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they duped

PAST PERFECT

I had duped
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PRESENT

I dupe
we dupe
you dupe
he/she/it dupes
they dupe

PRESENT PERFECT

I have duped
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you have duped
he/she/it has duped
they have duped
I am duping
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they are duping
I was duping
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I will be duping
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I have been duping
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I had been duping
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I would have duped
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I would be duping
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