faux

adjective

ˈfō How to pronounce faux (audio)
Synonyms of faux
: not real or genuine: such as
a
: made to look like something else that is usually more valuable : imitation, fake
faux leather/fur
a string of faux pearls
… faux is the French word for fake, but it's a very chic fake. Faux marble, for example, is found in the best of homes.—Sylvia Sachs
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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An electric fireplace and lots of glazing round out the space, and the timber shiplap finish and faux stone fireplace surround are a nice touch, lending it a cabin-like look. — New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2026 In addition to an oversized layered T-shirt and long blue hair, Kardashian rocked maximalist black nails, grills, faux piercings, and heavy eye makeup that made the Skims founder almost unrecognizable. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 Oct. 2026 Guest rooms include zebra-print wallpaper and faux alligator-skin panels. — Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 Universal Standard’s holiday collection features eight styles, spanning tailoring, fluid cupro, vegan leather and faux fur. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for faux

Word History

Etymology

French, false

First Known Use

1682, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of faux was in 1682

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“Faux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faux. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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from French, "false," from Latin falsus

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