Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shamming
verb
/ˈʃæmɪŋ/
Definition
the act of deceiving or tricking someone by pretending to be something one is not.
Examples
- She was shamming a sick day just to avoid the meeting.
- His injuries turned out to be shamming; he was perfectly fine.
- They were caught shamming their academic qualifications during the interview.
Meaning
To sham is to fake or pretend, particularly in a way that is intended to mislead others. It often involves creating a false impression of one’s abilities or circumstances.
Synonyms
- faking
- pretending
- feigning
- deceiving
- phonying
