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pseudo

Pronunciation: [ˈsuːdoʊ]

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Learn how to use pseudo in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “similarity”

(adjective) something that appears to be real or true but is actually fake or not genuine. It’s like pretending to be something you’re not.

Example

The artist created a pseudo version of the famous painting that looked very similar.

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The critics quickly noticed that the exhibition was filled with pseudo art that lacked originality.

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Can you tell the difference between the real sculpture and the pseudo one?

Context: “identity”

(noun) a person or thing that falsely claims to have qualities or characteristics. It’s like someone pretending to have a specific skill but really doesn’t.

Example

He often describes himself as a musician, but he is a pseudo because he doesn't play any instruments.

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She realized that following pseudo individuals on social media wasn't helpful for her growth.

Example

What makes someone a pseudo in their field?

Context: “science”

(noun) a term that refers to something that mimics another in a superficial way. It often appears in scientific discussions to describe things that are similar but not truly the same.

Example

In biology, researchers studied a pseudo species that shared features with the actual species.

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The pseudo findings were proven wrong by further experiments.

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How can we distinguish between a genuine species and a pseudo species?

How to pronounce pseudo

Pronunciation: [ˈsuːdoʊ]

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