Sinonism

Sinonism

an act of perfidy. [Allusion to Sinon, whose false tale persuaded the Trojans to allow the wooden horse within the walls of Troy.]
See also: Lies and Lying
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TYPE B: EEK, AJAR, ARRAY, AEGEAN, NIMMING, SELFLESS, SINONISM, SENSUOUSNESS
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