Deceit Quote by Evelyn Waugh
“We schoolmasters must temper discretion with deceit.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Decline and Fall, Evelyn Waugh, 1928
The quote warns that educators should balance careful judgment with occasional falsehoods to protect or manage students.
In simple terms: Teachers should mix caution and occasional untruths.
Use discretion wisely, avoid unnecessary lies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom management
- political propaganda
- media messaging
- parent‑teacher communication
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to with a truth?
- How does deception affect student confidence?
Overreliance on deceit erodes trust and undermines learning.