forged

adjective

ˈfȯrjd 

1

: formed by pressing or hammering with or without heat

especially : made into a desired shape by heating and hammering

forged blades

a cold forged sword

2

: made falsely especially with intent to deceive

forged signatures

a forged document

Synonyms of forged

• counterfeit
• fake
• false

Examples of forged in a Sentence

a forged ancient document that didn't fool experts in cartography

Recent Examples on the Web

Most of that is thanks to the forged aluminum frame and the magnesium casing for the battery pack, which also helps keep things cool inside. —New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026

One is from a commercial landlord who alleges that Given provided them with a forged letter of credit for the school's expansion into the Foodie Market in the South End. —Penny Kmitt, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026

The Dallas Police Department got involved and added three more aliases, all involving forged checks. —Kevin Foster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2026

He was detained in Scottsdale, Arizona, earlier this year and charged with two felonies, possession of a forged instrument and possession/use of a dangerous drug, the New York Times reported. —Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from present participle of forgen "to forge entry 2"

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for forged

• disgorged
• engorged
• gorged