Fake, in a way Crossword Clue

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Fake, in a way Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definition

FAKE (verb)
1. tamper, with the purpose of deception
2. make a copy of with the intent to deceive
FAKE (noun)
1. something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be
2. a person who makes deceitful pretenses
FAKE (adjective)
1. not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article
2. fraudulent; having a misleading appearance

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