pseudoinnocent

adj, noun — 2 senses

adj

Etymology From pseudo- + innocent.

Having a false appearance of innocence.

noun

Etymology From pseudo- + innocent.

Rare A person who conveys a false air of innocence.

I will not play Giono's game or that of some country literary aristocrat or that of the pseudoinnocents who dance their attendance upon the Academy as they would upon an aged wealthy aunt […]1996, Hans Urs von Balthasar, Bernanos: An Ecclesial Existence:

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