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counterfeit
01
made to closely resemble something else, typically with the intention to deceive
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most counterfeit
Comparative
more counterfeit
gradable
Examples
Her counterfeit designer handbag looked convincing at first glance, but upon closer inspection, the quality was subpar.
02
having a fake or pretended quality, especially in emotions or expressions
Examples
His counterfeit concern for her well-being was obvious.
to counterfeit
01
to make a false copy of something with the intent to deceive
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
counterfeit
3rd person singular
counterfeits
Present participle
counterfeiting
Past simple
counterfeited
Past participle
counterfeited
Examples
He was caught trying to counterfeit the signatures on the documents.
