Fake Definition
fake
adjective
- fraudulent; having a misleading appearance
- not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; "it isn't fake anything; it's real synthetic fur"; "faux pearls"; "false teeth"; "decorated with imitation palm leaves"; "a purse of simulated alligator hide"
noun
- something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be
- a person who makes deceitful pretenses
- (football) a deceptive move made by a football player
verb
- make a copy of with the intent to deceive; "he faked the signature"; "they counterfeited dollar bills"; "She forged a Green Card"
- tamper, with the purpose of deception; "Fudge the figures"; "cook the books"; "falsify the data"
- speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths; "The politician was not well prepared for the debate and faked it"
"Fake" in song lyrics
See how fake is used in real songs:
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"So yo, the image that you trying to fake"
The 49ers — The Livest -
"Keep it on the reel to reel you steady keeping it fake"
The 49ers — Music -
"You see the more it tried to keep it real the more it was fake"
69 Boyz — I Need You '98
Words that rhyme with fake
Usage tips for "fake"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fake" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fake to find words that pair well.