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The correct spelling is pseudo.
How to pronounce pseudo
/ˈs(j)uːdəʊ/
nounIPA: /ˈs(j)uːdəʊ/
Say it like: Pseu-do
The correct spelling is pseudo. An intellectually pretentious person; a pseudointellectual.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.An intellectually pretentious person; a pseudointellectual.
- 2.A poseur; one who is fake.
- 3.(travel industry) pseudo-city code
- 4.(clipping) A pseudonym; a false name used for online anonymity.
- 5.A sympathomimetic alkaloid commonly used as a decongestant; a chemical compound, an isomer of ephedrine, with the formula C10H15NO.
adjective
- 1.Other than what is apparent; spurious; sham.
- 2.Insincere.
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