What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
finesser
Example
She's a finesser when it comes to getting what she wants. [finesser: noun]
Example
He finessed his way out of a difficult situation. [finessed: past tense verb]
deceiver
Example
He's a deceiver who can't be trusted. [deceiver: noun]
Example
She deceived me into believing her lies. [deceived: past tense verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Deceiver is a more commonly used word than finesser in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between finesser and deceiver?
Both finesser and deceiver are informal words, but deceiver is often used in more formal contexts, such as legal or political settings, to describe someone who has been caught lying or deceiving others.
