Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pass-off
verb
/pæs ˈɔf/
Definition
To present something as genuine or acceptable when it is not.
Examples
- She tried to pass off the imitation as the real thing.
- The con artist attempted to pass off fake tickets at the concert.
- He was caught trying to pass off his friend’s work as his own.
Meaning
The act of deceiving someone by misrepresentation or pretending something is different from what it truly is.
Synonyms
- Misrepresent
- Deceive
- Fake
- Impersonate
