faux

[foh] / foʊ /

ADJECTIVE

artificial

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ersatz fake false imitation imitative unreal

STRONG

counterfeit fabricated factitious spurious substitute

WEAK

affected contrived feigned insincere plastic synthetic unnatural

Antonyms

STRONGEST

authentic genuine real

WEAK

natural sincere

Example Sentences

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Borgli’s audacious, stark writing defies faux outrage, even if that performative indignation will be an inevitable product of a film so daring.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

The first reason is the data collection faux pas of 2020.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Anthony Vaccarello's collection featured various versions of the classic tuxedo suit, silicone-coated lingerie dresses and faux fur coats.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

McKinnon affixed faux rose pedals to a dress for American ice dancer Christina Carreira to debut during the skater’s own Olympic debut.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

The faux pas slipped out when Francis mentioned Griffith’s calculations.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson