Imposture

usgb/ɪmˈpɑːstʃər/
noun

An act of pretending to be a different person or a false display of things.

The man was accused of imposture after he pretended to be a police officer.
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Often appears as...

  • accused of imposture
  • act of imposture

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Formal

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Unreal Persona

Imposture refers to someone falsely claiming to be another, often for personal gain.

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His imposture as a doctor ended when the hospital staff became suspicious.
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Illegality Associated

Using imposture to deceive is usually illegal and can lead to arrest or penalties.

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She faced jail time for her imposture that cost investors millions.
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Negative Connotation

Imposture generally has a negative tone, as it involves deception and dishonesty.

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The community was outraged by the charity worker's imposture.
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