: not real or genuine: such as
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
The East Bay (California) TimesExamples of faux in a Sentence
even the celebrity interior designer was fooled by the faux marble
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Cropped or long, belted or buttoned, patterned or plain—faux fur was the coat choice of many, if not most, this month.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2026
These inexpensive-but-luxe-looking trousers give the wearer the best of both worlds with an elongating silhouette and chic bootcut that’s ideal for office wear and a faux fly that eliminates the need for buttons or zippers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Next, there’s the $90 LoveShackFancy Classic Platform in Ballerina Pink, adding romantic details to the brand’s statement platform style with faux pearls and gold tones.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
The clip continues with Rihanna decking out an umbrella with sparkles and faux fur before bedazzling a pair of jeans, then wraps with Riot showing off the finished costume.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
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Talia Abbas, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2026
These inexpensive-but-luxe-looking trousers give the wearer the best of both worlds with an elongating silhouette and chic bootcut that’s ideal for office wear and a faux fly that eliminates the need for buttons or zippers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Next, there’s the $90 LoveShackFancy Classic Platform in Ballerina Pink, adding romantic details to the brand’s statement platform style with faux pearls and gold tones.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
The clip continues with Rihanna decking out an umbrella with sparkles and faux fur before bedazzling a pair of jeans, then wraps with Riot showing off the finished costume.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for faux
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“Faux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faux. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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faux
adjective
: imitation entry 2
faux marble
Etymology
from French, "false," from Latin falsus
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