fictitious — not real or true; existing only in imagination; invented or made up
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not real or true; existing only in imagination; invented or made up
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɪkˈtɪʃəs/
Example Sentences
- He opened a bank account under a fictitious name to hide his identity.
- My girlfriend thinks I have a fictitious twin brother who eats all the cookies.
- The detective discovered that the witness had given a completely fictitious testimony.
fictitious
ADJECTIVE[/fɪkˈtɪʃəs/]
not real or true; existing only in imagination; invented or made up
The novel tells the story of a fictitious kingdom.
The detective in the book was completely fictitious. (📖 Fiction + 🎭 Imaginary → Fictitious)
The fictitious hero was ambitious and became victorious.
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“He opened a bank account under a fictitious name to hide his identity.”
“My girlfriend thinks I have a fictitious twin brother who eats all the cookies.”
“The detective discovered that the witness had given a completely fictitious testimony.”
“Santa Claus is a fictitious character, but don't tell the kids!”
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