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phonies

The correct spelling is phonies.

How to pronounce phonies

noun

Say it like: Fon-ees

The correct spelling is phonies. A person who assumes an identity or quality other than their own. For example: "He claims to be a doctor, but he's nothing but a fast-talking phony."

Usage Examples

He claims to be a doctor, but he's nothing but a fast-talking phony.

He's such a phony, he doesn't believe half of what he says.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A person who assumes an identity or quality other than their own.
  2. 2.A person who professes beliefs or opinions that they do not hold.
  3. 3.Anything fraudulent or fake.

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