: 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."—
The East Bay (California) Times
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even the celebrity interior designer was fooled by the faux marble
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Soft-touch plastics, Alcantara trim on higher-spec models and faux-leather upholstery combine to give the E-408 a convincingly premium feel.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Lemons are practically the mascot of summer, and this cheerful wreath is packed with faux citrus for a bright seasonal look.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Americans for Prosperity sponsored a striking display in the DECC’s Pioneer Hall, demonstrating the scale of the state’s fraud losses with faux $100 bills stacked in volumes that would total $2 billion.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
These faux leather sandals have a cushy, contoured footbed with arch support that is slightly elevated on the sides to keep your feet in place and ensure comfort for long days on your feet.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Lemons are practically the mascot of summer, and this cheerful wreath is packed with faux citrus for a bright seasonal look.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Americans for Prosperity sponsored a striking display in the DECC’s Pioneer Hall, demonstrating the scale of the state’s fraud losses with faux $100 bills stacked in volumes that would total $2 billion.
—Jay Gabler, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
These faux leather sandals have a cushy, contoured footbed with arch support that is slightly elevated on the sides to keep your feet in place and ensure comfort for long days on your feet.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for faux
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“Faux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faux. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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faux
adjective
: imitation entry 2
faux marble
Etymology
from French, "false," from Latin falsus
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