What does FAKER mean?

Definition of Faker 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definition:

A person who pretends to be something they are not, especially for fraudulent purposes; a charlatan or impostor.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈfeɪkər/
• UK: /ˈfeɪkə/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "faker" originated from the verb "fake," which means to create or forge something that is not genuine. The noun form "faker" has been in use since the late 18th century, and it is commonly used to describe someone who deceives others by pretending to be someone or something they are not. The term is often used in the context of sports, particularly to describe a player who pretends to be injured or exaggerates the severity of an injury to gain an advantage.

5. Synonyms:

• Charlatan
• Impostor
• Deceiver
• Fraud
• Poser

6. Related Words:

• Chose
• Clash
• Craft
• Crazy
• Croak

7. Example Sentences:

• He was exposed as a faker who had been pretending to be a doctor for years.
• The athlete was accused of being a faker after he was caught exaggerating his injury on the field.
• She knew he was a faker because he couldn answer basic questions about the subject he claimed to be an expert in.