Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deepfake

Noun

/ˈdiːpˌfeɪk/

Definition

A deepfake is a type of synthetic media where a person’s likeness or voice is replaced with that of another person using artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques.

Examples

The new deepfake video of the celebrity quickly went viral on social media.
Researchers are concerned about the potential misuse of deepfake technology in spreading misinformation.
She realized the video was a deepfake when she noticed the slight inconsistencies in the facial expressions.

Meaning

Deepfakes manipulate videos or audio recordings to create realistic representations of someone saying or doing something they did not actually say or do. This technology can be used for entertainment or malicious purposes.