Synonyms of forgery

forgery

noun

ˈfȯrj-rē 

as in hoax

an imitation that is passed off as genuine

that is a cheap forgery, not an authentic Ming Dynasty vase

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hoax
• counterfeit
• copy
• reproduction
• fake
• sham
• phony
• replica
• synthetic
• bastard
• humbug
• spoof
• copycat
• knockoff
• fraud
• swindle
• facsimile
• imposture
• simulation
• gaff
• shoddy
• dummy
• mock-up
• duffer
• brummagem

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• original

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of forgery

She is now charged with multiple counts of forgery and identity fraud, which carry a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison. — Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026

Set in Paris, Rome, London, New York and Madrid, the doc series examines allegations of forgery and large-scale trafficking of artworks and the possible role of the enigmatic Giuliano Ruffini. — Ed Meza, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026

The driver of the vehicle, identified as Fred Guy Monaco of North Little Rock, was arrested on charges of first degree forgery, financial fraud, nonfinancial fraud and obstruction of government operations. — Dale Ellis, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026

The 66-year-old former analyst pleaded guilty to four felonies in June, admitting to committing a cybercrime, perjury, attempting to influence a public servant and forgery. — Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 8 Sep. 2026