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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.