Definition of deception

The word "deception" has its roots in Latin and Greek. The Latin word "deceptio" means "trickery" or "deception," and it is derived from "deceptus," which means "tricked" or "deceived." The Greek word "apate" means "deceit" or "deception," and it is the root of the English word "apathetic," which means "indifferent" or "unconcerned." The English word "deception" has been in use since the 15th century and is derived from the Latin word "deceptio." It originally meant "a misleading or cheating" and was used to describe a person or thing that was false or misleading. Over time, the meaning of the word has expanded to include any act or instance of deceiving or misleading others, whether intentionally or unintentionally.