: not real or genuine: such as
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
The East Bay (California) TimesExamples of faux in a Sentence
even the celebrity interior designer was fooled by the faux marble
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Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Although not made of real leather, this chic Lovevook weekender bag at Amazon is a wallet-friendly option that looks the part with its faux-leather base and details, and its generously-sized interior and shoe compartment.
—Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
These faux leather sandals have a cushy, contoured footbed with arch support that is slightly elevated on the sides to keep your feet in place and ensure comfort for long days on your feet.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026
The musician cheekily denied being in the photo, but for some reason, the meme has kept gaining momentum—with Derulo continuing to take faux spills at basically any awards show imaginable.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for faux
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“Faux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faux. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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faux
adjective
: imitation entry 2
faux marble
Etymology
from French, "false," from Latin falsus
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