faux

adjective

ˈfō How to pronounce faux (audio)
Definition of fauxnext
as in synthetic
being such in appearance only and made with or manufactured from usually cheaper materials even the celebrity interior designer was fooled by the faux marble

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Recent Examples of faux Their pull-on construction (complete with belt loops), pintuck seam detailing down the front, and faux welt pockets in the back level up the typical yoga-pant style. — Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 The titular protagonist of Isador Machete Cortez enjoys a bizarre history, originating in the first Spy Kids movie before taking center stage in a faux trailer created for Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino’s exploitation throwback, Grindhouse. — Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 The chrome finish and low-profile faux leather seat lend a contemporary look to any kitchen. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026 They’re made from a faux leather that, frankly, looks really expensive, and are available in 20 colors, including some more out-there prints. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for faux
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faux
  1. synthetic
  2. fake
  3. simulated
  4. artificial
  5. dummy
  6. false
  7. mock
Adjective
  • Rather, this is a dangerous, shape-shifting synthetic entity that ravaged their entire planet.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • And because the stretch is mechanical rather than synthetic, this construction maintains its comfort and flexibility over time.
    — Catherine Salfino, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of synthetic
Adjective
  • When the Followers began, healthcare on the Western frontier was primitive, unsanitary and riddled with con artists peddling fake cures.
    — Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 25 Aug. 2026
  • One is the behavior Mythos engaged in, which included spinning up fake GitHub accounts, and, in at least one case, impersonating a real software developer, to try to convince Demir to drop his objections to the dangerous code.
    — Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of fake
Adjective
  • Furthermore, tests using simulated skin produced an even larger difference.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The five-day World Humanoid Robot Games, which began Saturday in Beijing, combine events modeled on human sports with those designed to test the robots in simulated factories, restaurants and ​offices and in emergency situations.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of simulated
Adjective
  • Like the focus on artificial dyes, however, many of the administration's highest-profile health initiatives rely on voluntary agreements.
    — Stephanie Armour, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Chelsea even created an artificial deadline for City to stump up £120m for Enzo Fernandez.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of artificial
Adjective
  • Even when a trial is available, a person may not meet its requirements, or they may be randomly assigned to receive a placebo (dummy drug).
    — Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Zettle climbed out of her farm cart and unhooked the dummy bird from a branch.
    — Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026
Definition of dummy
Adjective
  • But to build a web of accusations based on false premises and the manipulation of reality in order to attack the Biennale and a film invited to compete is a petty and unacceptable act.
    — John Bleasdale, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026
  • China’s aircraft engineers have warned that artificial intelligence could feed false data into military intelligence, potentially distorting the design and operation of advanced weapons.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of false
Adjective
  • Students are able to participate in industry field trips, job shadowing, career mentoring, mock interviewing, and potential internship or externship opportunities.
    — Brett Barrouquere, Arkansas Online, 24 Aug. 2026
  • One-man, first-round fantasy football 2026 mock draft Gary Davenport likes Jahmyr Gibbs over Bijan Robinson, warns against CMC.
    — Jess Bryant, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of mock

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“Faux.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faux. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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