Counterfeit (Noun)
Meaning
A copy that is represented as the original.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The art gallery discovered the painting was a counterfeit, not the original by the famous artist.
- When buying designer handbags online, it's essential to be wary of counterfeit products.
- She unknowingly purchased a counterfeit designer watch at a street market.
- The store sold a counterfeit version of the best-selling novel, using the same cover art.
- The fake $100 bill was a sophisticated counterfeit that even fooled some bank tellers.