fakery

[ˈfeɪkəri]

fakery Definition

the act of pretending or producing something false or counterfeit, especially for fraudulent purposes.

Using fakery: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fakery" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company was accused of fakery in their financial reports.

  • Example

    The painting was revealed to be a fakery after extensive testing.

  • Example

    The magician's performance was full of fakery and illusions.

  • Example

    The athlete was disqualified for using fakery to enhance his performance.

fakery Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with fakery

  • act as if you are confident and successful, and eventually you will become so

    Example

    She didn't have any experience in public speaking, but she decided to fake it till she made it.

  • false information that is spread through traditional and social media

    Example

    The politician accused the media of spreading fake news about him.

  • a forged or counterfeit identification card used to misrepresent one's age or identity

    Example

    The bouncer confiscated the fake ID and refused to let the underage person into the club.

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Summary: fakery in Brief

'Fakery' [ˈfeɪkəri] refers to the act of creating or pretending something false or counterfeit, often for fraudulent purposes. It can include anything from financial reports to paintings, and even performances like magic shows. Phrases like 'fake it till you make it' and 'fake news' have emerged from this concept, while 'fake ID' is a common example of fakery in everyday life.

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