fake
Meaning
The term "fake" refers to something that is not genuine or authentic, often created to deceive or mislead others.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "fake" with "false," as "fake" often implies intentional deception.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Tom
was
walking
through
the
city
market
when
he
stopped
at
a
small
stall
selling
watches
.
The
seller
offered
a
famous
brand
for
a
very
low
price
,
so
Tom
suspected
it
was
fake
.
He
examined
the
watch
closely
and
noticed
the
logo
was
slightly
wrong
and
the
seams
were
uneven
,
which
made
him
sure
it
was
not
real
.
In
the
end
he
chose
a
plain
,
reliable
watch
from
another
stall
and
felt
satisfied
with
his
decision
.
Common Phrases
fake news
fake identity
fake product
Synonyms
Related Words
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