FAKERS Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

fakers

noun

plural of faker

as in frauds

one who makes false claims of identity or expertise the medium was exposed as a faker who was herself making the strange noises that she claimed were from the dead

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Recent Examples of fakers To tell the truly venomous from the fakers, there are a couple details to help distinguish the two. — Kirsten Fiscus, Nashville Tennessean, 17 Sep. 2025

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Noun

In 2018, Modi was accused by Indian authorities of orchestrating one of the country’s largest bank frauds in modern history.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
In 2024, Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for orchestrating what prosecutors have called one of the biggest financial frauds in American history.

— Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of frauds

Noun

Trump’s improbable rise to political dominance, which polls failed to register in the lead-up to the 2016 election, is a clear testament to that reality, and now Michigan has shown how similar head fakes can occur on the left.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
In this case, as staff eventually discovered, the box had been returned – but the books themselves had been replaced with fakes.

— Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Definition of fakes

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The schedule is forgivable, even by ACC standards, but a rematch on the road against Notre Dame will separate the Canes as contenders or pretenders.

— Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026
Now, hardship seems to be an end in itself, a battle scar or badge of honor that distinguishes true backpackers from mere pretenders.

— Tim Brinkhof, Time, 4 May 2026

Definition of pretenders

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Filling Decorative Pillow Shams Decorative pillow shams in guest bedrooms that get little use offer an easy way to repurpose old towels.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026
Linen bedding can get costly fast, but this quilt set comes in at under $200—and includes matching shams.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026

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