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Fake
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Simple meaning
What does Fake mean?
Fake means not real or to pretend.
Dictionary definition
Not real or genuine; also to pretend or make something seem real.
Example sentences
Fake in a sentence
easy
The fake plant looked real from far away.
medium
He tried to fake a smile even though he was upset.
hard
Readers should check whether an image or claim is fake before sharing it.
Synonyms
Words like Fake
falseUse for something not true or not real.
imitationUse for something made to look like something else.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Fake word family
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does fake mean?
Fake can describe something not real or the action of pretending.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to fake?
Fake and false both describe something not real or not true.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of fake?
Real is the opposite of fake.
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