word
Fake
Fayk
/ˈfeɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
fake
Dictionary meaning
Not genuine or real.
Examples
- The politician was not well prepared for the debate and faked it.
- The delinquent student faked the signature on their report card.
Synonyms: false
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
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muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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