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phoney
This term carries a strong sense of deception and superficiality, often evoking a feeling of irritation or distrust. When applied to objects, it suggests a deliberate attempt to defraud, such as a counterfeit document or a fake credential. It is more informal than "fraudulent" and implies a certain clumsiness or obviousness in the deception.
When describing people or behavior, the word targets a lack of authenticity. It describes a persona that is carefully constructed to impress or mislead, creating a gap between the outward performance and the inner reality. This usage is typically pejorative, highlighting a perceived lack of integrity or genuine emotion.
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He tried to pay for the meal with a phoney hundred dollar bill.
I can tell she is being phoney just to get a promotion.
The detective quickly realized the alibi was phoney.
Stop acting so phoney and just tell me the truth.
It felt like a phoney smile designed to appease the crowd.
The company used a phoney address to hide its actual location.
I hate how phoney everyone acts at these fancy parties.
The witness gave a phoney account of the accident to protect his friend.