pseudo — not genuine; fake or false
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not genuine; fake or false
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsuːdoʊ/
Korean meaning: 가짜의, 허위의, 유사한
Korean pronunciation: **슈**도
Example Sentences
- His pseudo-British accent fooled no one at the party.
- The pseudo-healthy snack was actually full of sugar.
- She created a pseudo-romantic atmosphere with plastic flowers and fake candles.
pseudo
ADJECTIVE//ˈsuːdoʊ//
not genuine; fake or false
not genuine; fake or false
The judo master found his studio full of pseudo credentials!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek pseudēs meaning 'false' or 'lying'. The word entered English through Latin and French, and has been used as a prefix and standalone word to indicate something counterfeit or not genuine.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His pseudo-British accent fooled no one at the party.”
“The pseudo-healthy snack was actually full of sugar.”
“She created a pseudo-romantic atmosphere with plastic flowers and fake candles.”
“The pseudo-expert's advice turned out to be completely wrong.”
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