phonies
Pronunciation: [ˈfoʊniːz]
Word
Context: "relationships"
(noun) a slang term for people who are not genuine or real. They pretend to be someone they are not or act in a way that is not true to themselves. You might call someone a phony if they are fake or trying too hard to impress others.
Example
She was nice to everyone, and I don't think she's a phony at all.
Example
I don't trust him because he seems like such a phony.
Example
Why do you think some people act like phonies instead of being themselves?
Context: "identity"
(noun) a person who puts on a false appearance or behavior. This means they are not honest about who they are or how they feel. They might try to fit in or gain attention by pretending.
Example
He was admired for being unique and not a phony.
Example
Everyone could see that she was just a phony trying to impress her friends.
Example
Have you ever met a phony who just tried too hard to be liked?
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