Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

forged-signature

noun
/fɔrdʒd ˈsɪɡnətʃər/
Definition
A signature that has been falsified or imitated with the intent to deceive.
Examples
  • She realized that the contract had a forged signature, leading to legal troubles.
  • Detectives found evidence of multiple forged signatures on the documents.
  • The bank has strict measures to detect forged signatures on checks.
Meaning
The act of creating a replica of someone’s signature without their consent, often used in fraudulent activities.
Synonyms
  • falsified signature
  • counterfeit signature
  • forgery