adjective
faux
FOH/fəʊ/
Made to resemble something genuine.
The handbag's faux leather reveals its woven synthetic backing at the folded corner.
Etymology
Latin falsus described something feigned or false. Faux applies that idea to imitation: something has the appearance of the real thing without being genuine.
In context
something you guys see me always always always design with whether it be faux or real is plants
More examples
- The mantel has a faux marble finish.
- He chooses faux fur instead of real animal fur.
- We decorate the table with faux pearls.
Forms
faux
Similar words
- imitation
- Emphasizes copying the appearance or qualities of an original.
- artificial
- Contrasts with natural, without necessarily resembling a specific original.