Counterfeit Crossword Clue

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Counterfeit Crossword Answer

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SHAM

(4 letters)

PHONY

(5 letters)

FAKE

(4 letters)

IMITATION

(9 letters)

Helpful Hints

(adjective)
1. fraudulent; having a misleading appearance

Hint 2: Clue Definition

COUNTERFEIT (verb)
1. make a copy of with the intent to deceive
COUNTERFEIT (adjective)
1. not genuine; imitating something superior
COUNTERFEIT (noun)
1. a copy that is represented as the original

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

SHAM
(4 letters)
PHONY
(5 letters)
FAKE
(4 letters)
IMITATION
(9 letters)

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