English · Adjectives
fake
/feɪk/
[/feɪk/]
not genuine
Beginneradjective
Definition
Made to look real in order to deceive; not genuine.
Example
She bought a fake handbag that looked exactly like the expensive brand.
She bought a fake handbag that looked exactly like the expensive brand.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, appearing in English thieves' slang around 1800.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for counterfeit goods and false appearances.