How do you pronounce 'fake'?
fake
verb, adjective, noun
How to pronounce fake?
The word fake sounds like fake
/feɪk/
What is the definition of fake?
verbtamper, with the purpose of deception
nounsomething that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be
adjectivenot genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article
Examples
- it isn't fake anything; it's real synthetic fur
verbmake a copy of with the intent to deceive
Examples
- he faked the signature
adjectivefraudulent; having a misleading appearance
nouna person who makes deceitful pretenses
verbspeak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths
Examples
- The politician was not well prepared for the debate and faked it
noun(football) a deceptive move made by a football player
What is the definition of the word 'fake'?
- The definition of the word 'fake' is something that is not genuine or real, but is made to look or seem that way.
What is the synonym for 'fake'?
- The synonym for 'fake' is 'counterfeit', 'false', or 'phony'.
What is the antonym for 'fake'?
- The antonym for 'fake' is 'genuine', 'authentic', or 'real'.
How is 'fake' used in a sentence?
- Example sentence 1: She bought a fake designer handbag that looked like the real thing.
- Example sentence 2: The artist was accused of creating fake paintings and selling them as original works.
- Example sentence 3: He pretended to be someone he's not, but his true intentions soon became clear.
- Example sentence 4: The news article turned out to be fake, spreading false information to mislead readers.
What are some related words to 'fake'?
- Some related words to 'fake' include 'forgery', 'counterfeit', 'fraudulent', 'imitation', 'deceptive', 'bogus', 'sham', 'fabricated', and 'hoax'.
What is the origin of the word 'fake'?
- The word 'fake' originated in the late 18th century, derived from the verb 'fabricate', which means 'to invent or create something dishonestly'.
Can 'fake' be used as a noun?
- Yes, 'fake' can be used as a noun to refer to something that is not genuine or real.
Can 'fake' be used as a verb?
- Yes, 'fake' can be used as a verb to mean 'to create or deceive by pretending or falsifying'.
What is the adjective form of 'fake'?
- The adjective form of 'fake' is 'fake' itself.
Is 'fake' a slang word?
- No, 'fake' is not considered a slang word. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.
