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Meaning
The word "imposter" refers to a person who pretends to be someone else or who takes on a false identity, often to deceive others. Imposters typically do this for personal gain, such as obtaining money, status, or other benefits by misrepresenting themselves.
Synonyms
- Fraud
- Phony
- Charlatan
- Pretender
- Deceiver
- Swindler
Antonyms
- Genuine person
- Honest individual
- Authenticity
- Real McCoy
- True identity
Etymology
The term "imposter" comes from the French word "imposteur," which means "an impostor, a deceiver." This, in turn, derives from the Latin "impostor," meaning "one who imposes upon others." The root "imponere" means "to put upon" or "to impose."
Examples
- She felt like an imposter during the job interview, despite having all the necessary qualifications.
- The imposter managed to convince the people of the town that he was a wealthy businessman.
- Many artists struggle with feelings of being an imposter, thinking their success is undeserved.
- The celebrity discovered an imposter using her name to scam fans online.
- He was exposed as an imposter when his lack of knowledge about the field became obvious.