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pseudo-

[ˈpsɛu̯.dɔ]

prefix

LanguageLatin

Meaning
  1. false, fake
  2. false or fake
  3. A prefix used to describe something that is not genuine, appearing false or deceptive.
Examples

Hic homo pseudo-philosophus est.

This man is a fake philosopher.

Pronunciationˈpsɛu̯.dɔ

Part of speechprefix

Usage noteThis prefix is attached to the beginning of other words.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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