Someone who feigns innocence but is deceitful can be called a “hypocrite,” “phony,” “deceiver,” “manipulator,” “pretender,” or “fraud.” These terms describe individuals who pretend to be innocent or honest, but in reality, they are insincere and deceptive. The appropriate term may depend on the context in which the behavior is observed and the specific actions or behaviors of the individual in question.

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[…] Intent to deceive: In some cases, individuals may purposefully say one thing and do another to manipulate or deceive others. They might have ulterior motives or wish to avoid confrontation or negative consequences. […]
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