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fake

/feɪk/ adjective, verb, noun · British & US
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What does fake mean?

adjective, verb, noun

Not genuine or real; made or done to deceive or cheat. To make or create something fake, often in order to deceive or cheat.

Example

"The artist's fake smile was a dead giveaway that she was unhappy with her job."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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