Counterfeiter

usgb/ˈkaʊntərfɪtər/
noun

A person who makes copies of something, especially money, in order to trick people.

The police have arrested a counterfeiter who had been making fake banknotes.
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Criminal Activity

Counterfeiting is illegal and often linked to other crimes, like fraud or organized crime.

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The notorious counterfeiter was also involved in a money laundering scheme.
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Not Just Money

Although commonly associated with money, 'counterfeiter' can refer to someone who fakes other items.

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They caught the counterfeiter selling fake designer handbags.
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Deceptive Skill

Counterfeiters often have skill in creating very convincing fakes, deceiving the average person.

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The counterfeiter's copies were so good, even experts were fooled initially.
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