ἀπατάω apatáō

Meaning

to cheat, i.e. delude

In the King James Version: deceive

Derivation: of uncertain derivation;

Where it is used

• Ephesians 5:6 Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things the wrath of God is coming on the sons of disobedience.
• 1 Timothy 2:14 And it was not Adam who was deceived, but the woman who was deceived and fell into transgression.
• James 1:26 If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless.