fake it

verb — 2 senses

fake it

verb
1

To pretend to be capable or competent.

  • He told me that he was experienced, but I could tell instantly that he was faking it.
2

To feign a certain emotion.

  • She looked like she was having fun, but I knew that she was faking it.
Derived terms
fake it till you make it

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