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pseudo

Description

As an adjective, pseudo refers to something or someone falsely or pretendedly representing a specific quality or characteristic. It can also be used as a prefix to form words, indicating imitation or false nature.

As a noun, pseudo refers to a person who pretends to be what they are not.

Examples

Adjective:

1. Don't be fooled by his pseudo intellectualism; he doesn't know as much as he claims.
2. The art piece was praised for its pseudo realism, even though it depicted a fictional scene.
3. I find it frustrating when people portray themselves with pseudo confidence, hiding their true insecurities.

Noun:

1. He was exposed as a pseudo, as he had been pretending to be a medical doctor for years.
2. She saw through his disguise and recognized him as a pseudo attempting to infiltrate the organization.
3. Despite his claims, John turned out to be just another pseudo in the world of finance.

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