faux

adjective

\ ˈfō

Definition of faux

: not real or genuine: such as

a : made to look like something else that is usually more valuable : imitation, fake faux leather/fur a string of faux pearls … faux is the French word for fake, but it's a very chic fake. Faux marble, for example, is found in the best of homes.— Sylvia Sachs

b : not sincere a show of faux [=feigned] concern On Monday the CEO dusted off a version of the "I'm sorry if I offended you" faux apology used when people really mean, "I'm sorry I got caught." — The East Bay (California) Times

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Examples of faux in a Sentence

even the animal rights activists were fooled by the faux furs

Recent Examples on the Web There's also a 3.5-inch brim for keeping away the sun and an adjustable faux-leather chin cord, paired with a wooden bead, for keeping it on your head. — Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2022 Available in both tan and black options, this corset is made with sleek faux leather that’s comfortable enough to wear all day long. — Marie Lodi, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Apr. 2022 The interior features faux leather, LED lighting, a 7.0-inch touchscreen, and smartphone integration. — Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 29 Apr. 2022 This faux-leather find comes close, with buttery straps and a low pitch made for walking—all on a nine-centimeter platform. — Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Apr. 2022 Its chestnut-brown wooden tapered legs offer mid-century modern charm, while the soft leather gel cushions spell no-compromise comfort (plus it’s faux leather, which is a plus in our books). — Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 27 Apr. 2022 Asus' portable monitor also comes with a real case, not a sleeve or thin sheet of faux leather. — Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 26 Apr. 2022 True outerwear nirvana can be found only one place — in the cozy embrace of the leather (or faux leather, for vegans) jacket. — Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2022 The passport holder is made with water-resistant faux leather and includes a clear plastic slot for a CDC vaccination card. — Isabel Calkins Mata, PEOPLE.com, 14 Apr. 2022 See More

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