Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

fake

[feyk] / feɪk /
ADJECTIVE
false, imitation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bogus counterfeit fabricated fictitious forged fraudulent mock phony spurious
STRONG
affected assumed concocted invented make believe pretended pseudo reproduction sham simulated
WEAK
artificial bum
Antonyms
STRONGEST
actual authentic genuine real
WEAK
original truthful
NOUN
imposter, copy
Synonyms
STRONGEST
counterfeit deception fabrication forgery hoax phony scam sham trick
STRONG
actor bluffer charlatan cheat faker flimflam four-flusher fraud imitation imposition imposture make believe mountebank plant pretender pretense pseudo put on reproduction sleight spoof swindle
WEAK
gold brick junque
Antonyms
STRONG
original
VERB
pretend
Synonyms
STRONGEST
counterfeit fabricate feign put on
STRONG
act affect assume bluff copy disguise dissimulate forge sham simulate spoof
WEAK
put on an act
Antonyms
STRONG
reveal tell the truth

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Do not call the phone number on the check, as it could be fake.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

And on X, Bluesky, TikTok and elsewhere, the comment sections are awash in accounts proclaiming the shooting a fake.

From Slate • Apr. 26, 2026

The attacks work by sending messages purporting to come from Signal support, like fake security alerts or invites to join group chats.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

Lawmakers raised concerns about the spread of "fake news", particularly on WhatsApp, while the Supreme Court urged the government to consider an anti-lynching law.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

I wince out a quick fake smile for the camera, and then I book it back to my seat.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

Vocabulary lists containing fake

When Fake is Real: Young People Rebel Against Instagram, Via Instagram

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

False, List 1

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!