faux
- Made in imitation; artificial, especially used to describe materials or objects that are made to look like something else, typically something more expensive or of higher quality. adjectiveShe wore a faux fur coat to the party, which looked just like real mink.The restaurant had faux marble countertops that were actually made of laminate.
- Not genuine; fake or false, often used to describe something that is intended to deceive or mislead. adjectiveHis faux enthusiasm was evident when he barely clapped during the presentation.The politician's faux concern for the environment was criticized by the media.