[Idiom] A WOLF IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING. - How to Identify Deceitful Characters in Social and Professional Spaces
A wolf in sheep's clothing.
Deceiver in disguise.
A wolf in sheep’s clothing' refers to an individual who pretends to be harmless or even benevolent, while in reality harboring harmful intentions. It originates from one of Aesop's Fables where a wolf dons a sheepskin to mix in unnoticed with a flock and hunt more easily. This idiom is widely applicable today when discussing deceptive personalities or entities in business, personal relationships, or social circles who may present as trustworthy to exploit the unsuspecting.
Example Sentences
Watch out for him, he's a wolf in sheep's clothing.
Be cautious; he appears kind but is actually deceitful.
She appeared friendly, but he suspected she was a wolf in sheep's clothing.
She seemed friendly, but he suspected she was deceitful.
It's important to recognize a wolf in sheep's clothing in the business world.
It's crucial to recognize deceitful individuals in the business world.