lip service

/lɪp ˌsʌrvəs/
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Definitions of lip service
  1. noun
    an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction
    synonyms: hypocrisy
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    types:
    crocodile tears
    a hypocritical display of sorrow; false or insincere weeping
    type of:
    dissembling, feigning, pretence, pretense
    pretending with intention to deceive
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