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bogus

Pronunciation: /ˈbəʊgəs/
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Definition of bogus

adjective

  • not genuine or true (used in a disapproving manner when deception has been attempted):a bogus insurance claim

Derivatives

bogusly

adverb

bogusness

noun

Origin:

late 18th century (originally US, denoting a machine for making counterfeit money): of unknown origin

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Definition of bogus in the US English dictionary

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