383 Quotes About Deceit

Everybody has the ability to be manipulative, to be hateful and deceitful.

If I am to serve as an instrument of deceit, at least let it be with a clear conscience. I do not want to be considered either so affectionate or so loyal a servant as to be found fit to betray anyone.

Speaking the truth in times of universal deceit is a revolutionary act.

A pious fraud. [Lat., Pia fraus.]

Of darkness visible so much be lent, as half to show, half veil, the deep intent.

Lying is a most disgraceful vice; it first despises God, and then fears men.

In love the deceit generally outstrips the distrust.

Machination is worth more than force.

People would not long remain in social life if they were not the dupes of each other.