Meaning of the word phoney in English
What does phoney mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
phoney
US /ˈfoʊ.ni/
UK /ˈfəʊ.ni/
Adjective
not real or genuine; fake
Example:
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He tried to pass off a phoney diamond as real.
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Her apology sounded completely phoney.
Noun
a person who is not genuine; a fraud
Example:
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He turned out to be a complete phoney, pretending to be an expert.
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Don't trust him, he's a real phoney.