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Meaning of hoax
A hoax is a deceptive or false statement or situation that is intended to deceive or manipulate people.
Etymology of hoax
The word "hoax" originated in the mid-18th century, likely as a variant of the word "hocus", which was a term used to describe a trick or deception, particularly in the context of magic or conjuring.
The term gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the context of newspaper and media deceptions.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A humorous or malicious deception, especially one perpetrated in a newspaper or other media
- A person or thing that deceives or is intended to deceive, especially by being falsely represented as something else
Usage Examples
- The company was fined for perpetrating a hoax on the public by claiming their product had health benefits that it did not.
- The news article turned out to be a hoax, and the story was completely fabricated.
- The prank call was a hoax, and the person on the other end was not actually in danger.
Antonyms
truth
reality
fact
honesty
sincerity
authenticity
genuineness
veracity
accuracy
correctness
validity
legitimacy
transparency
openness
frankness
candor
truthfulness
reliability
dependability
trustworthiness
credibility
integrity