: 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."—
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Examples of faux in a Sentence
even the celebrity interior designer was fooled by the faux marble
Recent Examples on the Web
Try this 20-inch faux eucalyptus wreath dotted with white berries.
—Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
What differentiates this faux greenery from others is the gradient coloring of the leaves that don’t look waxy.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2024
There are a few designs to choose from and all are made from durable wool, which should keep them warm and cozy and last longer than faux fur.
—Medea Giordano, WIRED, 11 Apr. 2024
Garland doesn’t explain what led to the secession or much of the historical backstory, and even Offerman’s president isn’t onscreen enough to dig into any real-life inspirations, outside of some faux bluster in the face of certain defeat.
—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
Scenery is chewed as Wahlberg sports a faux Southern accent and flashes a sociopathic glint in his eye.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
Nearly Natural 4-Foot Golden Cane Palm Tree Bring the beach to your home with this faux cane palm tree.
—Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2024
The black carpet was surrounded by faux foliage, reminiscent of Kong’s home Skull Island.
—Selena Kuznikov, Variety, 31 Mar. 2024
Right now, the special section is teeming with affordable faux wreaths, doormats, twinkly lights, and outdoor rugs and pillows — many of which are discounted, too.
—Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
Leonora Epstein, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
What differentiates this faux greenery from others is the gradient coloring of the leaves that don’t look waxy.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2024
There are a few designs to choose from and all are made from durable wool, which should keep them warm and cozy and last longer than faux fur.
—Medea Giordano, WIRED, 11 Apr. 2024
Garland doesn’t explain what led to the secession or much of the historical backstory, and even Offerman’s president isn’t onscreen enough to dig into any real-life inspirations, outside of some faux bluster in the face of certain defeat.
—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
Scenery is chewed as Wahlberg sports a faux Southern accent and flashes a sociopathic glint in his eye.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
Nearly Natural 4-Foot Golden Cane Palm Tree Bring the beach to your home with this faux cane palm tree.
—Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2024
The black carpet was surrounded by faux foliage, reminiscent of Kong’s home Skull Island.
—Selena Kuznikov, Variety, 31 Mar. 2024
Right now, the special section is teeming with affordable faux wreaths, doormats, twinkly lights, and outdoor rugs and pillows — many of which are discounted, too.
—Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
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“Faux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faux. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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faux
adjective
: imitation entry 2
faux marble
Etymology
from French, "false," from Latin falsus
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