: 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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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2026
These faux linen drapes from NiceTown build on the versatility of semi-sheers with 16 color choices and both rod pocket and back tab installation options.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2026
The chairs have metal frames for plenty of strength, durability, and stability, but they’re handpainted to offer a faux-wood look that feels more elevated and classic than a typical metal chair.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2026
Save on our favorite outdoor rugs and hummingbird feeders, plus faux flowers, and an inviting front door mat that welcomes guests and keeps muddy shoes and paw prints clean before stepping inside.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 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 Apr. 2026.
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faux
adjective
: imitation entry 2
faux marble
Etymology
from French, "false," from Latin falsus
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